Hypotension indicates low blood pressure. It occurs in medical conditions, such as pregnancy, heart problems, blood loss, lack of nutrition in the body, endocrine problems, dehydration, blood loss, and severe infection. The symptoms are dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, fainting, and lack of concentration. Taking increases salt, drinking more water, and medications helps to provide relief.
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What are the risks of undergoing surgery with low blood pressure?
Query: Hi doctor, My 19 year old daughter is having a benign tumor in the liver, predicted as FNH. It has been advised to be removed under surgery, since the tumor is growing in size although insignificantly. She is having a blood pressure reading of only 90/60 mmHg normally for months together. Can she go... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, FNH - focal nodular hyperplasia is a benign condition as you are already explained. Secondly, blood pressure in the range of 90/60 mmHg is quite common in teenage females. Before surgery, she will undergo some routine tests to rule out any othe... Read Full »