<s>[INST] Can hypertension be cured? [/INST] Primary (essential) hypertension cannot be cured. It is a lifelong condition that can be controlled by following a healthy lifestyle and taking the prescribed medicine. Only high blood pressure due to another medical condition (secondary hypertension) can be cured, but not always, if the underlying disease is resolved. Source: clinicbarcelona.org. Link: https://www.clinicbarcelona.org/en/assistance/diseases/high-blood-pressure/frequently-asked-questions. Field: Cardiovascular. Disease: Hypertension </s>