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Can high blood pressure make you pass out and faint?

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If its high enough: Absolutely. If the pressure is high enough, a lot of bad stuff can happen.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 12/22/2014

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No: But low blood pressure can.

Dr Khanna and 7 doctors agreed

Answered 12/21/2014

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