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Low blood pressure, or hypotension, occurs when blood pressure during and after each heartbeat is much lower than usual. This means the heart, brain, and other parts of the body do not get enough blood.

See also: Blood pressure

Symptoms

Symptoms may include:

  • Blurry vision
  • Confusion
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting (syncope)
  • Light-headedness
  • Sleepiness
  • Weakness
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