(I95) Hypotension
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Diagnosis hypotension is diagnosed Women are 9.36% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis hypotension
2 650 (0.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis hypotension
3 033 (0.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hypotension - Men and Women aged 80-84
Disease Features hypotension
Hypotension - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - hypotension
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Check blood pressure
- Conduct physical examination
- Order lab tests such as complete blood count, electrolyte panel, and renal function tests
- Evaluate the patient's medical history
- Order imaging tests such as echocardiogram, X-ray, or MRI
- Prescribe medications to treat underlying conditions
- Recommend lifestyle changes such as increasing physical activity or reducing salt intake
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Drinking plenty of fluids
- Eating a healthy diet with a high salt content
- Regular exercise
- Reducing stress
- Using medications such as diuretics, ACE inhibitors, and calcium channel blockers
- Taking vitamin B supplements
- Avoiding alcohol and caffeine
- Using compression stockings
- Getting enough rest and sleep
Hypotension - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease hypotension
Low pressure
(Decreased pressure, Reduced pressure, Depressed pressure, Declined pressure, Abated pressure, Weakened pressure, Subdued pressure, Diminished pressure, Lowered pressure, Impaired pressure)
Low pressure headache is a throbbing or pulsing headache that is caused by a sudden drop in barometric pressure. It typically develops slowly and can last for several hours. Symptoms may include a dull, throbbing pain, pressure behind the eyes, sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea. Low pressur...
Dizziness
(Vertigo, Lightheadedness, Giddiness, Faintness, Unsteadiness, Dazed, Spinning, Disorientation, Unbalanced, Foggy, Loss of balance, Uncoordinated, Confusion)
Dizziness is a sensation of feeling off-balance and lightheaded. It can range from mild to severe and can be accompanied by a feeling of spinning or swaying. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and can be triggered by physical activity, changes in position, or lack of food or fluids. Symptoms can ...
Darkens in the eyes
(Blackens, Obscures, Shadows, Gloom, Masks, Fog, Clouds, Veils, Murks, Enshrouds, Diminishes, Dims, Dulls)
Darkening in the eyes is an indication of increased pressure in the eye. It is usually caused by a buildup of fluid in the eye, which can be seen as a darkening of the iris. This symptom can develop gradually over time, or it can appear suddenly. It can manifest as a darkening of the entire iris, or...
Headache
(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)
Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...