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Hypertension In A Young Boy: An Energy Drink Effect, Asma Usman, Ambreen Jawaid
Hypertension In A Young Boy: An Energy Drink Effect, Asma Usman, Ambreen Jawaid
Department of Family Medicine
Background: Use of energy drinks has significantly increased in recent times. Besides athletes, teenagers and students are among the most common consumers. However, popularity is also increasing among the younger and older age groups. Most of the users believe that they are a good source of instant energy and are unaware of its high Caffeine content resulting in harmful effects on health.Case Presentation: We report the case of a young boy who presented with palpitations and high blood pressure as a result of energy drinks usage. He had been consuming a "Sting" energy drink on regular basis while studying …