Is Your Blood Pressure Too Low? Causes and Symptoms to Know

Low blood pressure, or hypotension, occurs when the pressure exerted by the blood against the walls of the arteries is lower than normal. There are various causes for low blood pressure: 

1). Dehydration: Inadequate fluid intake, excessive sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting can lead to a decrease in blood volume, resulting in low blood pressure. 

2). Medications: Certain medications like blood pressure-lowering drugs, alpha-blockers, diuretics, or some antidepressants can cause a drop in blood pressure as a side effect. 

3). Heart conditions: Conditions such as heart failure, heart attack, or abnormal heart rhythms can impair the heart's ability to pump blood effectively, leading to low blood pressure. 

4). Endocrine disorders: Hormonal imbalances, such as Addison's disease (adrenal insufficiency) or hypothyroidism, can disrupt the body's ability to regulate blood pressure. 

Treatment may involve increasing fluid and salt intake, wearing compression stockings, and making dietary modifications can also help raise blood pressure. 

Low blood pressure may not always have noticeable symptoms, but some common ones include: 

1). Dizziness when standing up fast is common with low blood pressure. 

2). Severe low blood pressure can cause fainting due to reduced blood flow to the brain. 

3). Restricted blood flow and oxygen supply can cause ongoing fatigue, weakness, or low energy. 

4). Temporary vision problems, like blurred vision, can result from poor blood flow to the eyes. 

5). Low blood pressure may cause rapid or shallow breathing. 

It's important to note that these symptoms can vary in severity and may be caused by other health conditions as well. 

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