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[[Hypotension]] is abnormally low [[blood pressure]]. It is not a [[disease]]. Generally, low blood pressure is healthier than high blood pressure. However, blood pressure is generally considered too low if it falls below 90/50. Hypotension is not to be confused with its opposite, [[hypertension]], abnormally high blood pressure.  

'''Hypotension''' is abnormally low [[blood pressure]]. It is not a [[disease]]. Generally, low blood pressure is healthier than high blood pressure. However, blood pressure is generally considered too low if it falls below 90/50. Hypotension is not to be confused with its opposite, [[hypertension]], abnormally high blood pressure.  

Low blood pressure can cause dizziness and fainting or indicate serious [[Heart|cardiovascular]], endocrine or neurological disorders. Severely low blood pressure can result in the [[brain]] and other vital organs getting lowered supplies of oxygen and nutrients, sometimes leading to a life-threatening condition called shock. [http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/low-blood-pressure/DS00590] Hypotension can occur as a result of excessive consumption of [[alcohol]].  

Low blood pressure can cause dizziness and fainting or indicate serious [[Heart|cardiovascular]], endocrine or neurological disorders. Severely low blood pressure can result in the [[brain]] and other vital organs getting lowered supplies of oxygen and nutrients, sometimes leading to a life-threatening condition called shock. [http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/low-blood-pressure/DS00590] Hypotension can occur as a result of excessive consumption of [[alcohol]].  

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