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Is Low Blood Pressure Level A Matter Of Concern?

Mu husband is 77 years old, and his blood pressure tonight has dropped to as low as 68/34, and is presently at 88 over 39. He takes a blood pressure pill in the morning, but hasn t had one since yesterday morning. He had several drinks at dinner with friends and more activity than usual today. I am concerned that his heart may be acting up, but he says his heartburn is just doing it. Is BP that low dangerous?
Fri, 23 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Blood pressure that low is definitely a problem. What type of blood pressure medication does he take? The problems that arise when your blood pressure is low that your organs do not get enough blood supply. Most importantly, his brain might not be receiving the proper amount of blood flow. It can cause him to pass out and fall and injure himself.

Besides simply falling and injuring himself, his organs like his liver might not be getting enough blood perfusion. A very low blood pressure like it can also be a sign of serious infection. Please take him to his doctor as soon as possible.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Alexander Underwood
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Is Low Blood Pressure Level A Matter Of Concern?

Hello, Blood pressure that low is definitely a problem. What type of blood pressure medication does he take? The problems that arise when your blood pressure is low that your organs do not get enough blood supply. Most importantly, his brain might not be receiving the proper amount of blood flow. It can cause him to pass out and fall and injure himself. Besides simply falling and injuring himself, his organs like his liver might not be getting enough blood perfusion. A very low blood pressure like it can also be a sign of serious infection. Please take him to his doctor as soon as possible. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Alexander Underwood