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Hypertension: Beware of ringing ears, endless headaches, racing heart

Some drugs like steroids and oral family planning could predispose individuals to hypertension (Image: Shutterstock)

Elas Wanja suffered severe headache and fatigue. Painkillers did not help. She grew weaker and the headache was interfering with her house chores and farming activities.

The 58-year-old from Kiamwinja village in Embu County was later diagnosed with hypertension at Kairuri Hospital.

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