Hypotension

What does "Hypotension" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Hypotension is a medical term for low blood pressure. It means that the force with which the blood is pushing against the walls of the arteries is lower than normal. This can cause symptoms like dizziness or fainting because the brain isn't receiving enough blood. It's the opposite of hypertension, which is high blood pressure.

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