Low Blood Pressure
Symptoms
Low blood pressure, or
hypotension, doesn't get as much media attention as high
blood pressure, or hypertension. But hypotension is a
significant health risk for millions of people
nonetheless.
Low blood pressure is a condition in which the
heart doesn't force enough blood through the blood vessels, and
as a result, vital organs like the brain don't get the oxygen
and nutrients they need.
Fainting and dizziness are typical symptoms of
low blood pressure because there's not enough oxygen flowing to
the brain. If you notice that you get faint or dizzy often when
you stand up from a sitting position, you may have low blood
pressure. This type of dizziness happens to everyone
occasionally when they stand up too quickly, but if you notice
it more than you used to, it would be a good idea to get a
blood pressure reading as soon as possible to see if your blood
pressure is in the normal range or not.
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