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2007-07-01 15:02:45 · 3 answers · asked by shortstuff2 1 in Health Diseases & Conditions Heart Diseases

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Low blood pressure, also called hypotension, would seem to be something to strive for. After all, high blood pressure (hypertension) is a well-known risk factor for heart disease and other problems. In fact, in recent years there has been an ongoing downward revision of what is considered a normal blood pressure reading. A blood pressure less than 120/80 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) is now considered normal and optimal for good health.

So, it's easy to understand why you might assume the lower the better when it comes to blood pressure. And it's true that for some people — those who exercise and are in top physical condition — low blood pressure is a sign of health and fitness. But that's not always the case.

For many people, low blood pressure can cause dizziness and fainting or indicate serious heart, endocrine or neurological disorders. Severely low blood pressure can deprive the brain and other vital organs of oxygen and nutrients, leading to a life-threatening condition called shock.

2007-07-02 06:15:08 · answer #1 · answered by Dr.Qutub 7 · 2 0

Hypotension is the medical term for low blood pressure (less than 90/60). Symptoms are: Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Unsteadiness, Dimming or blurring of vision, Weakness, Fatigue, Cognitive impairment, Nausea, Head or neck discomfort, Cold, clammy skin, Headache, Fainting.

Click these links for more info if needed:
http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/understanding-low-blood-pressure-symptoms
http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/guide/understanding-low-blood-pressure-basics

2007-07-01 15:28:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2 0

One of the main symptoms of LBP is feeling faint or actually fainting when you rise quickly. Getting light headed after sitting down for a long time and then standing up.

2007-07-01 15:11:51 · answer #3 · answered by ? 5 · 0 0

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