Am I hypotensive?
Hypotension can be a big problem. Here we tell you what the symptoms are, the causes and who it can happen to.
Surely you have frequently heard about high blood pressure and the risks it implies for heart health. However, blood pressure can also be lowered. This is known as hypotension. Here we tell you what the symptoms are, the causes and who it can happen to. Have you ever had your blood pressure measured? If so, you will know that in each reading you have to take two numbers into account. The first and highest is the one that indicates the systolic pressure. That is, the arteries of the body when the heart beats and fills them with blood. The second, smaller number measures diastolic pressure, or the pressure in the body’s arteries when the heart pauses between each beat. The average normal blood pressure is 120/80. But it happens that sometimes, in addition to rising – hypertension – the pressure can also drop to levels that are not normal – hypotension. Although blood pressure varies from one person to another, it is considered that when it is 90/60 you should pay attention to it. Because? Although in many cases low blood pressure is due to being dehydrated from spending a lot of time in the sun or in a hot tub and it may not be a very serious issue. In other cases, you may have symptoms that do not go unnoticed and you need to take action. Additionally, low blood pressure can be a sign of other serious conditions. Such as heart disease, endocrine (endocrine) problems, or neurological disorders. Especially in older adults. The most common symptoms of decreased blood pressure are: dizziness, fainting, blurred vision, rapid breathing, difficulty concentrating, and thirst. When blood pressure drops is severe, it can cause the oxygen and nutrients carried by the blood to not reach vital organs. Which can cause serious damage to your heart and brain. Also, if your blood pressure drops and you pass out, you can get hurt as a result of the fall. What are some causes of low blood pressure? First, it must be clarified that low blood pressure can be something constant in some people. While in others, it can happen suddenly. If it is the first case, the causes, although not always clear, may be related to pregnancy, hormonal problems, diabetes and hypoglycemia. Side effects of over-the-counter medications, including supplements or herbs: cardiac arrhythmia, heart failure, overdose of medications for hypertension or high blood pressure, heat collapse, liver problems. Suffering a sudden drop in blood pressure can seriously threaten your life. These are some of the causes. Low or high body temperature, severe dehydration due to vomiting, diarrhea or fever, a reaction to a medication or alcohol, blood loss due to bleeding, severe blood infection or sepsis, a severe allergic reaction (can cause death) known as anaphylaxis. You may have never experienced a drop in blood pressure. But this does not mean that you are safe. Hypotension can happen to anyone. Although it is true that there are risk factors. Age, for example, is one of them. In adults over 65, it can happen after eating. In other cases, it affects children and young adults. This is due to a failure in communication between the brain and the heart. Another risk factor is certain medications, such as those for high blood pressure. Furthermore, having diseases such as Parkinson’s, diabetes and heart disease predisposes you to suffer from low blood pressure. Treatment for low blood pressure depends on the causes. Your doctor may recommend drinking plenty of water and little alcohol to avoid dehydration and eating a healthy diet. If it asks you to increase your sodium intake, do so with caution. Another good tip is to eat small portions of carbohydrates throughout the day. If you don’t experience symptoms, low blood pressure is not a problem. You should only call your doctor if you have any warning signs so you can take action. Don’t forget that too low pressure in your arteries, just like too high pressure, also represents a threat to your health. Cambridge Weight Plan is backed by more than 60 medical studies worldwide and has programs for people suffering from arrhythmia, hypotension and hypertension. Find your nearest consultant and change your quality of life
