Six signs you have low blood pressure

Low blood pressure, or hypotension, is defined as a reading of 90/60mmHg or less, when taking a blood pressure test. There are many possible causes of the condition, including age, being fit

and healthy or having inherited the condition from your family. The condition usually is not a cause for concern, although it can cause shock. You should contact your GP to ask for advice

if you think you have low blood pressure. It happens when the pressure your heart pushes blood round your body, or the pressure when your heart rests between beats is lower than normal.

These are six symptoms of low blood pressure. LIGHTHEADEDNESS AND DIZZINESS This may be feeling strange or funny when you’re sitting or standing up. The symptom can also be displayed in the

condition called postural hypotension, which causes symptoms of low blood pressure when you suddenly stand up. FEELING SICK This means you feel unwell, and may want to take the day off work.

BLURRED VISION Defined by an inability to see objects clearly around you. For example, you may not be able to make out the detail of an object a few feet away. FEELING WEAK This can be a

feeling that you can’t lift something or move something that you would normally be able to. CONFUSION Being unaware of where you are or not being able to follow a conversation, may be a sign

of the condition. FAINTING Losing consciousness for a short time and possibly falling over is caused by a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the brain. This can also happen if you

have low blood pressure, as it is possible that not enough oxygen is reaching the brain. Many people with low blood pressure do not have any symptoms. Blood Pressure UK says that usually

having this condition is “not a cause for concern.” “However, sometimes your blood pressure can drop to a point where you may feel faint or dizzy.” “If you find that your blood pressure is

suddenly much lower than usual, there may be a reason for this. Speak to your doctor or nurse.” High blood pressure on the other hand, is a serious risk, as it increases the chance of the

sufferer developing life-threatening conditions, including heart disease and strokes. Around 25 per cent of adults in the UK have high blood pressure, according to the NHS.