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What are the effects on the body of low blood pressure?

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Dr. Francis Uricchio answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Primarily Dizziness: The brain requires a certain amount blood pressure in order to function. When blood pressure falls, neurologic symptoms are the first to appear. Symptoms included dizziness, lightheadedness, or syncope (passing out).

Answered 7/20/2012

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