What do you do in low b. P. And what is the cause of low b. P.

Dr. Amit BeniwalGeneral Physician13yrs exp

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Low blood pressure, also called�hypotension, is�blood pressure�low enough that the flow of blood to the organs of the body is inadequate and symptoms and/or signs of low blood flow develop�shock. Low pressure alone, without symptoms or signs, usually is not unhealthy. The most common causes of low BP is dehydration. The�symptoms of low blood pressure�include�lightheadedness,�dizziness, and�fainting. These symptoms are most prominent when individuals go from the lying or sitting position to the standing position (orthostatic hypotension. Low blood pressure�that causes an inadequate flow of blood to the body's organs can cause strokes, heart attacks, and�kidney failure. It's most severe form is shock. Common causes of low blood pressure include a reduced volume of blood,�heart disease, and medications. The cause of low blood pressure can be determined with blood tests, radiologic studies, and cardiac testing to look for�heart failure�and arrhythmias. Treatment of low blood pressure is determined by the cause of the low pressure. 1.A simple think you can do on your own is to take a ORS or simple salt sugar solution. 2. Lie down with your limbs elevated. If symptoms persist contact your doctor. 

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