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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 to low if it falls below 90/50. Hypotension is not to be confused with its opposite, [[hypertension]], abnormally high blood pressure. Hypotension is almost never serious. However, severe hypotension is life threatening because it prevents blood from flowing to vital organs in the body such as the [[heart]]. Hypotension can occur as a result of excessive consumption of [[alcohol]]. Warning signs for hypotension include dizziness,fatigue,passing out, nausea, and headache.
[[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 to low if it falls below 90/50. Hypotension is not to be confused with its opposite, [[hypertension]], abnormally high blood pressure.
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Low blood pressure can cause dizziness and fainting or indicate serious [[Heart]], 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]].
[[category:Medicine]]