Question 1

what is the best treatment for orthostatic hypotension in a teenager?

Accepted Answer

Hydrate: Orthostatic hypotension means a lowering of the blood pressure when standing upright.  Assuming a teenager is normal and otherwise healthy, the best way to lessen this issue is to remain well hydrated and stand up more slowly to give the body a chance to accommodate.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of orthostatic hypotension? is pain on shoulders one of them?

Accepted Answer

Orthostatic hypotens: Pain in shoulders is not usually a symptom of orthostatic conditions unless you fall and injure the shoulder.

Question 3

was leaning over on my phone for a few minutes when i stood up 3/4ths of my vision blacked out. was this just orthostatic hypotension and is it benign?

Accepted Answer

You are correct: This is orthostatic hypotension, which in a young person usually indicates some degree of dehydration.  This is much more likely if you are in a hot environment.  Be sure to drink enough water so that when voiding, the urine looks like water to be sure that you are not dehydrated at all.
Changing posture a little more slowly will also prevent this by giving more time for adjustment of the bp.

Question 4

what is causing my orthostatic hypotension?

Accepted Answer

Wearing sun glasses: Just kidding! dehydration, certain medications, or an imbalance in the autonomic nervous system (affects blood pressure and pulse), are common causes of orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure on standing). Your doctor can do tests to determine the cause in you.

Question 5

does orthostatic hypotension ever go away ?

Accepted Answer

Can occur: If due to dehydration or medication reaction, could be readily reversed and if due to chronic disease could be well controlled. Depends on cause and intensity!

Question 6

what can my orthostatic hypotension be caused by?

Accepted Answer

Orthostatic hypotens: Lots of causes from dehydration, dysautonomia, poor venous tone, poor cardiac function thru others, need to work with your doctor to diagnose and treat.

Question 7

what's orthostatic hypotension and what causes it?

Accepted Answer

: Orthostatic hypotension occurs when there is a sudden change in your position. When lying on the beach or in bed and you get up fast, your blood vessels fail to constrict thus causing a lowering of your pressure. You will feel a little dizzy, a little confused, some nausea and other effects, but only temporary. Nothing to worry about at your age.

Question 8

could you explain what is orthostatic hypotension?

Accepted Answer

BP fall: When you stand up, your BP falls. This is normal, but when it's excessive, it may cause transient dizziness. There are many causes of oh which you can discover if you google it.

Question 9

what is the significance of orthostatic hypotension?

Accepted Answer

Hypotension: Orthostatic hypotension most commonly volume related -- that means you are not well hydrated -- however there are other causes of postural hypotension that warrant more testing and evaluation -- if the problem is not remedied by simple hydration then you should seek medical attention.

Question 10

does orthostatic hypotension cause a 'low flow' tia?

Accepted Answer

It can: It can if it is low enough or if there is already some cerebrovascular disease.

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Was leaning over on my phone for a few minutes when i stood up 3/4ths of my vision blacked out. was this just orthostatic hypotension and is it benign?

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Does orthostatic hypotension ever go away ?

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What's orthostatic hypotension and what causes it?

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