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I am 71 years old, excersize allot , BP 108/62 pr56

By Anonymous May 28, 2018 - 5:00pm
 
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I am concerned that my BP may be too low, my diet is very healthy, 5’8” 172lbs, muscular build, takes lots of anti oxidant vitamins including omega 3 fish oil. Co Q10, Tumeric, plant sterols, red rice yeast should I be concerned?

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Hello Anon

Thank you for writing.

Your BP is not dangerously low. Or even low at all.

A blood pressure reading lower than 90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) for the top number (systolic) or 60 mm Hg for the bottom number (diastolic) is generally considered low blood pressure.
Low blood pressure might seem desirable, and for some people, it causes no problems. However, for many people, abnormally low blood pressure (hypotension) can cause dizziness and fainting. In severe cases, low blood pressure can be life-threatening.
The causes of low blood pressure can range from dehydration to serious medical or surgical disorders. It's important to find out what's causing your low blood pressure so that it can be treated.
Susan

May 28, 2018 - 5:28pm
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