Q: Is it true that if your blood pressure is too low it is more dangerous than when it is high?

A: Both extremes of blood pressure are dangerous. The difference is you usually develop symptoms with low blood pressure and seek treatment. High blood pressure...

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Q: What causes hypotension in a healthy human?

A: A common cause of hypotension in a healthy human is volume depletion. This is why you are warned in hot climates to drink plenty of fluids and watch the alcohol consumption. Alcohol acts as a diuretic so...

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Q: I have OrthoStatic-Hypotension. My BP is very high when I lie down, when I sit it instantly drops some, and when I stand it drops even lower. I get so dizzy that I often fall or need to lie down right away. I take...

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Q: Is there any correlation between low sodium levels and low BP?

A: Acute loss of sodium can cause dehydration and low blood pressure. This is why sports drinks were developed to keep athletes hydrated because sodium is lost through sweating. Just replacing lost water is...

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Q: What is the best way to control low blood pressure?

A: The most common cause of low blood pressure, especially when you stand up, is inadequate fluid intake. Most people fail to drink on a daily basis the six to eight glasses of water that...

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Q: What is the best way to control low blood pressure?

A: The most common cause of low blood pressure, especially when you stand up, is inadequate fluid intake. Most people fail to drink on a daily basis the six to eight glasses of water that...

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Q: When I have a blood pressure reading of 140 over 63, I’m afraid to take my Metoprolol, fearing that my low reading will go too low. What do you suggest?

A: At 140/63, your blood pressure should be treated. If you are having symptoms of...

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Q: I am 27 years old, 5′9″ and weigh 158lbs. I recently have been having my blood pressure taken and it is always around the range of 88/58. Is this bad? What should I do?

A: Based on the information provided, you appear healthy. Both your...

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Q: My wife usually has low blood pressure, 109/78 and many times lower. This has been enough to cause her to pass out in the shower. Could the RESPeRATE device work for modulating her BP? Is there any research for this device regarding low blood...

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Q: I am 81 years old. My BP reading is 110/55. I go for a regular fast walk for one hour at about 120 paces per minute. And then follow up with free standing exercises, for about one hour. Do I need to take any...

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