DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is it always possible for doctors to determine what causes orthostatic hypotension? How is it treated? The cause of orthostatic hypotension usually can be identified. That's ...

A sudden drop in blood pressure means vital organs may not be getting enough blood flow. Common causes include dehydration, heart problems, and internal bleeding. Decreased cardiac output can cause a ...

While many people are aware of the dangers of high blood pressure, they may not realize that low blood pressure, also called hypotension, may cause or be the result of serious problems as well. While ...

BP Meds May Not Eliminate CVD Risk Researchers sought to determine the effect of differing BP treatment goals on CVD and all-cause mortality in patients with hypotension and hypertension. In patients ...

Postoperative AKI is more likely among surgery patients who experience intraoperative hypotension as well as those receiving the vasopressor norepinephrine. Both intraoperative hypotension and ...

Blood pressure medications are commonly prescribed and are usually well-tolerated, but there are some serious side effects you should know about.

The term “dysautonomia” describes dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). It is an umbrella term, meaning there are several types of dysautonomia with similar and different features.