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  2. Hypotension - Wikipedia

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    Hypotension, also known as low blood pressure, is a cardiovascular condition characterized by abnormally reduced blood pressure. [1] Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps out blood [2] and is indicated by two numbers, the systolic blood pressure (the top number) and the diastolic blood pressure (the bottom number), which are the ...

  3. Orthostatic hypotension - Wikipedia

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    Some causes of orthostatic hypotension include neurodegenerative disorders, low blood volume (e.g. caused by dehydration, bleeding, or the use of diuretics), drugs that cause vasodilation, other types of drugs (notably, narcotics and marijuana), discontinuation of vasoconstrictors, prolonged bed rest (immobility), significant recent weight loss ...

  4. Orthostatic intolerance - Wikipedia

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    Orthostatic intolerance (OI) is the development of symptoms when standing upright that are relieved when reclining. [1] There are many types of orthostatic intolerance. OI can be a subcategory of dysautonomia, a disorder of the autonomic nervous system [2] occurring when an individual stands up. [3]

  5. Hypovolemia - Wikipedia

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    Hypovolemia can be recognized by a fast heart rate, low blood pressure, [12] and the absence of perfusion as assessed by skin signs (skin turning pale) and/or capillary refill on forehead, lips and nail beds. The patient may feel dizzy, faint, nauseated, or very thirsty. These signs are also characteristic of most types of shock. [13]

  6. Obstructive shock - Wikipedia

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    Low blood pressure and tachycardia are often seen in shock. Other symptoms depend on the underlying cause. [4] The physiology of obstructive shock is similar to cardiogenic shock. In both types, the heart's output of blood (cardiac output) is decreased. This causes a back-up of blood into the veins entering the right atrium. [3]

  7. Can Dehydration Cause High Blood Pressure? What Experts Say - AOL

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    Low blood pressure or hypotension is defined as blood pressure that is lower than 90/60 mm Hg. “A decrease in blood volume can also cause blood pressure to drop,” he says. (Here are more low ...

  8. Lightheadedness - Wikipedia

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    Causes: Hypotension, hypoglycaemia, arrhythmia, anaemia, hypokalaemia, thrombosis, water intoxication, dehydration: Risk factors: Poor dietary or diabetic management, genetic predisposition to cardiac arrhythmia: Diagnostic method: Based on symptoms. Some thrombotic pre-syncope may be indicated by a troponin serum level. Treatment: Dependent on ...

  9. 8 major factors that cause low testosterone levels - AOL

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    Low testosterone can cause fatigue and even depression, which likely decreases someone's urge to work out or generally stay active, which can affect weight. Testicular problems