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A renal Doppler ultrasound is a cheap, safe, and non-invasive method to assess the direction and speed of blood flow and vascular changes (if any) of the kidney and diagnose kidney diseases in the early stage. They are used to check for renal arteries' perfusion. The Doppler renal resistive index is used to detect chronic kidney diseases, renal artery stenosis, etc.

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Is it normal to have high BP with normal renal Doppler?

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What could be the cause of high blood pressure in young adults?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your age is 19 and your blood pressure is high. There are certain causes of hypertension in the young.

Can hypertension cause severe headaches?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your headaches are probably caused due to your high blood pressure. A headache can also increase the BP, but not this much.

How to manage hypertension in young people?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A blood pressure reading of 180/90 mm Hg, despite using Amlodipine, is not acceptable.

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