Hypotension
Hypotension is the medical term for low blood pressure, which means the force of your blood against your artery walls is lower than normal.
Connect with verified specialists experienced in managing conditions related to Circulatory System Diseases.
Find CardiologistsClinical Overview
Your blood pressure is the force that pushes blood through your blood vessels, which are the tubes that carry blood throughout your entire body. When this pressure is too low, your brain, heart, and other organs might not get enough oxygen-rich blood to function at their best.
This happens because your heart is not pumping with enough force, your blood vessels have widened too much, or you simply have less blood volume circulating in your system. While some people live with naturally low blood pressure without any trouble, it becomes a health concern when it causes you to feel unwell.
Common Symptoms
- Feeling dizzy or lightheaded.
- Blurred or fading vision.
- Nausea or feeling sick to your stomach.
- Trouble focusing or feeling confused.
- Feeling very tired or weak.
- Fainting, which is losing consciousness for a short time.