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Could the orthostatic hypotension i'm experiencing be related to a brain hemorrhage i had when young?
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It may be: It could damage the reflex changes in heart rate and blood pressure that happens when going from sitting to standing. Talk to your doctor about it.
Answered 8/31/2012
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