Low Blood Pressure

Low blood pressure or hypotension happens when the pressure that pushes our blood through our arteries becomes abnormally low. It is usually defined by a systolic of less than 90 and diastolic of below 60 (blood pressure of 90/60). Unlike high blood pressure however, low blood pressure isn't considered a disease but more of a state or temporary condition.


Often, low blood pressure is a result of some sort of trauma or shock, but other causes include anemia, hormonal changes and medication. And the most common effects of low blood pressure is dizziness and possibly fainting. Though fatigue, shortness of breath and headaches are also known to happen.


Just as high blood pressure is detrimental to our health, having low blood pressure can also be dangerous. With low blood pressure, there is the possibility of not getting enough blood to all our vital organs, thus, depriving them of oxygen and other nutrients that are carried in our bloodstream. When this happens, damage to our organs can occur.