Diagnosis To diagnose low blood pressure (hypotension), your health care provider will do a physical exam and ask questions about your medical history. The exam includes measuring blood pressure.… read more

What is considered orthostatic hypotension? A drop of 20 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) in the top number (systolic blood pressure) within 2 to 5 minutes of standing is… read more

What foods affect blood pressure medication? People taking ACE inhibitors or ARBs should limit their intake of high-potassium foods like bananas, oranges, avocados, tomatoes, white and sweet potatoes and … read more

What does a sharp drop in blood pressure mean? This condition is known as reduced cardiac output. It can occur as a result of heart problems, endocrine (hormonal) disorders and… read more