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· Cardiology
Low Blood Pressure
Hypotension · Dizziness on standing
Blood pressure low enough to reduce blood flow to the brain, causing dizziness or fainting. Often harmless but sometimes signals another problem.
At a glance
- Prevalence
- Common, often harmless
- Typical age
- Any age, more in elderly
- Outlook
- Manageable
- System
- Heart
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What causes it
Causes
- Dehydration and heat
- Standing up too quickly
- Certain medications
- Heart, thyroid or adrenal issues
- Blood loss or infection
How it feels
Symptoms & effects
- Light-headedness or dizziness
- Fainting or near-fainting
- Blurred vision
- Fatigue and nausea
- Cold, clammy skin
How it’s treated
Treatment & cure
- Increase fluid and salt (if advised)
- Stand up slowly
- Compression stockings
- Adjust causative medicines
- Treat the underlying cause
Staying ahead
Prevention
- Stay well hydrated
- Avoid sudden position changes
- Eat small frequent meals
- Limit alcohol
Do’s
- Drink water through the day
- Rise slowly from bed or chairs
- Eat regular small meals
- Report frequent fainting
Don’ts
- Stand up abruptly
- Skip meals or fluids
- Take hot baths for long
- Ignore repeated blackouts
See a doctor immediately if
Symptoms are sudden or severe, getting worse despite home care, or interfering with sleep, work or daily life. Don’t self-diagnose from the internet — book a verified clinician below.
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Disclaimer ·
This article is educational and reviewed by clinicians, but it cannot replace an in-person assessment.
Medication doses, prevention advice and treatment choices vary by person. Always confirm with a doctor before acting on anything here.