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Video content is professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor II Luong Vo Quang Dang - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital
Blood pressure is an indicator of blood vessel pressure, produced when the heart contracts and the tone of blood vessels. Blood pressure is dependent on the volume of blood in the body. If the blood volume is low, the blood pressure will be low. In addition, if the heart contracts weaker, the blood pressure will also be lower.
According to Specialist Doctor II Luong Vo Quang Dang - Vinmec Phu Quoc, each person's blood pressure index will change at different times of the day, depending on the body's activity. Normal blood pressure is about 120/80 mmHg (120: systolic pressure, 80: diastolic) A blood pressure reading less than 90 mmHg (systolic) or 60 mmHg (diastolic) is usually considered low blood pressure . Know “is low blood pressure dangerous?” or “how dangerous is low blood pressure?” It will be of great help to the patient in monitoring and controlling the condition.
Causes of low blood pressure can be due to:
Sudden low blood pressure accompanied by an acute illness. This is a dangerous condition, the patient needs to be monitored and treated promptly to prevent complications. Sudden low blood pressure without acute illness; Low blood pressure, falsely low blood pressure. Patients with low blood pressure will have some symptoms such as:
Dizziness or lightheadedness; Faint ; Blurry or fading vision; Nausea; Tired; Lack of concentration; To limit low blood pressure, patients need to drink enough water (from 2-2.5L/day). Increase exercise, active and healthy living. Change position slowly, avoid sudden changes. Avoid squatting for too long.
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