A form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from sitting or lying down.
Common causes of this symptom
Orthostatic hypotension can have causes that aren't due to underlying disease. Examples include dehydration, standing up too quickly, medication side effects, or aging.
Self-treatment
Drinking plenty of fluids, eating smaller meals, and using a cane or walker when getting up may help prevent dizziness and falls. Standing up slowly from a lying position may also help.
A form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from sitting or lying down.
Common causes of this symptom
Orthostatic hypotension can have causes that aren't due to underlying disease. Examples include dehydration, standing up too quickly, medication side effects, or aging.
Self-treatment
Drinking plenty of fluids, eating smaller meals, and using a cane or walker when getting up may help prevent dizziness and falls. Standing up slowly from a lying position may also help.
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