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Low blood pressure (hypotension) - Diagnosis and treatment
2025-01-10 22:45:03| Spiritual Career Counseling
Print DiagnosisTo find out if you have low blood pressure, also called hypotension, your healthcare professional gives you a physical exam. You're also asked questions about your medical history. The exam includes checking your blood pressure.You also can measure your blood pressure at home. Checking your blood pressure at home can help your healthcare professional diagnose high blood pressure earlier than usual. Ask a member of your healthcare team to:Help you pick a blood pressure monitor.Tell you how often to check your blood pressure.Explain what blood pressure numbers should prompt you to call the medical office right away.If you get a home blood pressure reading at or just below 90/60 mm Hg, it's not always a cause for concern. Your healthcare professional might tell you that the reading is OK for you, especially if you have no symptoms. TestsTilt table testTilt table testSomeone having a tilt table test begins by lying flat on a table. Straps hold the person in place. After lyin... [ more ]
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