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*Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension)*

Low blood pressure is generally considered a blood pressure reading lower than 90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) for the top number (systolic) or 60 mm Hg for the bottom number (diastolic).

The causes of low blood pressure range from dehydration to serious medical conditions. It's important to find out what's causing low blood pressure so that it can be treated, if necessary.

*Types*
Types of low blood pressure include:

-Orthostatic hypotension (postural hypotension). This is a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing from a sitting position or after lying down. Causes include dehydration, long-term bed rest, pregnancy, certain medical conditions and some medications. This type of low blood pressure is common in older adults.

-Neurally mediated hypotension. This is a blood pressure drop that happens after standing for long periods. This type of low blood pressure mostly affects young adults and children. It might result from miscommunication between the heart and the brain.

*Symptoms*

Low blood pressure (hypotension) symptoms may include:

Blurred or fading vision.
Dizziness or lightheadedness.
Fainting.
Fatigue.
Trouble concentrating.
Nausea.

For some people, low blood pressure may be a sign of an underlying health condition, especially when it drops suddenly or occurs with symptoms.

A sudden fall in blood pressure can be dangerous. A change of just 20 mm Hg — a drop from 110 mm Hg systolic to 90 mm Hg systolic, for example — can cause dizziness and fainting. And big drops, such as those caused by uncontrolled bleeding, severe infections or allergic reactions, can be life-threatening.

Extreme low blood pressure can lead to a condition known as shock. Symptoms of shock include:

Confusion, especially in older people.
Cold, clammy skin.
Decrease in skin coloration (pallor).
Rapid, shallow breathing.
Weak and rapid pulse.

*When to see a doctor*

If you have symptoms of extreme low blood pressure (hypotension) or shock,

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