Stress, lack of water in the body and unhealthy diet are considered to be the main reasons for low blood pressure. Nowadays most of the people are facing low BP. 120/80mm/Hg is considered normal blood pressure. At the same time, when the blood pressure falls below 90/60 mm/Hg, then this condition is called low BP. In medical terms, low BP is called hypotension. When BP is low, there is a possibility of heart disease along with weakness.In this article you will learn about the disadvantages of low BP and what should be done in this situation -

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  1. Side Effects Of Low Blood Pressure
  2. What Not To Do When Blood Pressure Is Low?
  3. Summary
Doctors for Know About Low Blood Pressure Side Effects

When the blood pressure becomes very low, many types of complications may have to be faced. When BP is low, the body may have to suffer many damages, which are as follows -

Weakness Due To Low Blood Pressure

A person whose BP is often low may feel weak. Actually, BP becomes low due to lack of water in the body. In such a situation, the person can feel sick and weak.

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Dizziness Due To Low Blood Pressure

Dizziness is the most common symptom of low BP. Due to low BP, dizziness can occur, darkness can appear before the eyes. In this situation, the person can faint and fall while feeling dizzy.

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Organ Failure Due To Low Blood Pressure

If the blood pressure becomes very low, then the important organs of the body can stop working. Actually, when BP is low, the organs do not get enough blood to function properly. Due to this, many internal organs can stop working simultaneously, which can prove fatal for anyone.

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Stroke Due To Low Blood Pressure

Low BP can also cause heart disease or stroke. Low BP can reduce the oxygen level of the body, this can cause damage to the heart and brain. Therefore, do not ignore this condition at all.

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Shock Due To Low Blood Pressure

A person can also get shocked due to low BP. Shock is a fatal condition in which the body does not get enough blood. In shock, the organs and cells of the body do not get enough oxygen and nutrients. Due to this, the organs can be damaged. Sticky skin, paleness in the skin, unconsciousness, abnormal pulse, shortness of breath and chest pain can be symptoms of shock.

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When blood pressure is low, you should avoid doing those things that can trigger this problem. Therefore, do not do the following things at all when BP is low -

  • Do not sit for a long time. Apart from this, one should not stand for a long time.
  • When BP is low, do not bend suddenly. Do not change any posture suddenly.
  • Do not drink caffeinated beverages like coffee and tea etc. at night.
  • Do not consume alcohol, smoke at all when BP is low.
  • Avoid standing up suddenly after eating.

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Many people are troubled by the problem of low blood pressure these days. In this condition, a person may experience symptoms like dizziness, weakness and fainting. Apart from this, one may also have to face damage like stroke and organ failure. When BP is low, you should always take a good diet, as well as take an adequate amount of liquid. Do not ignore the condition of low BP at all. Contact the doctor immediately if its symptoms appear. BP can be kept under control with the right diet and lifestyle.

Dr. Farhan Shikoh

Dr. Farhan Shikoh

Cardiology
11 Years of Experience

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Dr. Amit Singh

Cardiology
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Dr. Shekar M G

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