17Jan/104
What are the causes of low blood pressure?
Today I found out that my blood pressure is low, 60/80
What are some causes of low blood pressure?
And how can I bring my blood pressure back up to normal?
no you read it correctly its 60/80
sorry that is 80/60, i was a little confused
I would like to add that this low blood pressure is accompanied by dizziness, especially upon standing up, fatigue, and other feelings of weakness.
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January 17th, 2010 - 23:29
Hypotension is the medical term for low blood pressure, which is defined as below 90/60. This occurs when the pressure on the blood vessel walls falls below normal limits. Low blood pressure that does not cause symptoms is generally considered to be a sign of good cardiovascular health because there is less stress on the heart and blood vessels.
However, there are a number of forms of low blood pressure that require diagnosis, evaluation and treatment. People may seek treatment for low blood pressure if they experience symptoms such as dizziness or syncope (fainting) from lack of oxygen to the brain. Low blood pressure may be due to medications (e.g., blood pressure medications) or other causes, and changing medications or other treatments may be necessary.
You’ve asked an important question! There’s more on this topic at the medically-reviewed site below:
http://heart.health.ivillage.com/bloodpressure/hypotension.cfm
January 18th, 2010 - 00:27
Do you mean 80/60?
In the short-term, causes include dehydration, advanced infection, vagal reactions (the cause of common fainting), heart problems, or certain medications, to name a few.
In the long-run, there are neurologic problems that cause low blood pressure. There are several syndromes that impair the body’s autonomic nervous system — the basic nervous system that controls our automatic functions. Otherwise, some people just have low blood pressure. Make sure you’re hydrated, and see a doctor.
January 18th, 2010 - 00:53
Midodrine might help if you experience dizziness when standing. You will probably live a long, long time.
January 18th, 2010 - 01:48
Your blood pressure is not low unless you are having problems upon standing up or you pass out frequently, or you have end stage heart failure. Please keep in mind that is an ‘average’. Now, what your average is will be different for everyone. People who exercise regularly or are athletic tend to have lower pressures. The top number represents the amount of work your heart does when it contracts, and the bottom number is the resting state. As long as there are no underlying problems the last thing you want to do is raise your pressure. Some people have lower pressures and that’s not a bad thing.