Symptoms and Causes of Hypotension

 Symptoms of Hypotension

Symptoms of Hypotension

For some people, low blood pressure can indicate a basic problem, especially if it is a sudden drop or is accompanied by signs and symptoms such as:

·         Dizziness or lightheadedness

·         Fainting (syncope)

·         Lack of concentration

·         Blurred vision

·         Nausea or Vomiting

·         Sleep

·         Weaknesses

·         Chest pain

·         Increased thirst

·         Cold, Clammy, Pale Skin

Conditions That May Cause Hypotension

Low Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

A specific medical condition can cause hypotension given below:

Pregnancy

Because a woman's circulatory system grows faster during pregnancy, her blood pressure may drop. This is normal and blood pressure often returns to normal before pregnancy and childbirth.

Heart Problems

Other heart conditions that can cause low blood pressure include hypertension (bradycardia), heart valve problems, heart disease and heart failure.

Endocrine Problems

Thyroid conditions such as parathyroid disease - adrenal insufficiency (Addison Disease), low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and in some cases diabetes can cause low blood pressure.

Dehydration

When you become dehydrated you lose more water than you did. Even mild dehydration can cause weakness, dizziness and fatigue. Fever, vomiting, severe diarrhea, overuse of drugs and strenuous exercise can lead to dehydration.

Blood Loss

Losing a lot of blood from a major injury or internal bleeding reduces the amount of blood in your body, leading to a significant drop in blood pressure.

Severe Infections (Septicemia)

Septicemia can occur when an infection in the body enters the bloodstream. This condition can lead to a life-threatening drop in blood pressure called septic shock.

Lack of Nutrition in your Diet

A lack of the vitamin B-12 deficiency and fate can cause a condition in which your body does not produce enough red blood cells (anemia), resulting in low blood pressure.