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Stage 2 HTN is classified as a systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 140 mmHg or higher or a diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 90 mmHg or higher. This level of hypertension is considered severe and requires immediate treatment to prevent further damage to the heart, blood vessels, and other organs. Stage 1 HTN, on the other hand, has a SBP ranging from 130-139 mmHg or a DBP ranging from 80-89 mmHg and may not require immediate treatment, but should still be closely monitored. Clinical CVD and 10-year ASCVD risk are also important factors to consider when determining when to start BP treatment, but they are not as urgent as having stage 2 HTN.