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Medical Conditions - Postural Hypotension

Postural hypotension is a decrease in blood pressure on standing up from a sitting or lying position. Dehydration, heart problems, endocrine disorders, fasting, etc., contribute to postural hypotension. Treatment includes having plenty of water, taking frequent meals, changing position slowly, etc.

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What are the ways to overcome postural hypotension?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Although it appears to be postural hypotension, it improves with electrolytes. Any laboratory can assess 9 A.

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Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

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What could cause postural hypotension?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This suggests postural hypotension, which means that when you suddenly stand up, the blood supply to your brain decreases, causing symptoms until your body adjusts.

Why is my brother anxious about his breathing issues?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and can understand your concern.I understand that your brother is feeling very anxious.

I feel a loss of consciousness when I am off of Paxidep. What should be done?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post. Clinically, your symptoms are suggestive of a postural related drop in blood pressure.

What could cause shortness of breath while exercising?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for consulting me on this platform. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns.

I have orthostatic hypotension and REM sleep disorder. Am I destined for Parkinson's disease?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Orthostatic hypotension is a common complication of the advanced stage of Parkinson's disease.

What causes dizziness while standing up from sitting?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.No, it is not something to worry about.

What if I discontinued Veltam plus in a person with BPH?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I would suggest you continue medicines as at present his flow (which is good) and postvoid (which is less, it should be less only) are because of medicines.

I have attached my mother-in-law's ECG and echo. Is angiography necessary?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please describe her symptoms in detail, including back pain and blackouts.

Why do I feel giddy while standing or walking?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is called postural hypotension. It is very common in hypertensive patients. I suggest you Telma H (Telmisartan and Hydrochlorothiazide) once daily.

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