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Low blood pressure occurs when blood pressure is much lower than normal. This means the heart, brain, and other parts of the body do not get enough blood. Normal blood pressure is mostly between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg.u000bThe medical name for low blood pressure is hypotension.<br>
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CAN A PERSON SUFFER LOW BLOOD PRESSURE? MEANING OF LOWBLOOD PRESSURE Low blood pressure occurs when blood pressure is much lower than normal. This means the heart, brain, and other parts of the body do not get enough blood. Normal blood pressure is mostly between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg.The medical name for low blood pressure is hypotension.
CAUSES Certain medicines and substances can lead to low blood pressure, including:- Alcohol Diuretics Anti-anxiety medicines Certain antidepressants
Painkillers Medicines used for surgery Heart medicines, including those used to treat high blood pressure and coronary heart disease
Other causes of low blood pressure include Changes in heart rhythm (arrhythmias) Nerve damage from diabetes Not drinking enough fluids (dehydration) Heart failure
SYMPTOMS Symptoms of low blood pressure may include:- Blurry vision Nausea or vomiting Confusion Dizziness
Lightheadedness Fainting (syncope) Sleepiness Weakness