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Am i going to be ok if my blood pressure is 100/52 when i woke up and i felt a little light headed?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Normal BP can be as low as 90 systolic. My definition of too low a BP is you get dizzy when you stand up. Be certain you are using a recently calibrated device & using it exactly according to guidelines. Seated in straight back chair, feet flat on floor, no clothing under cuff, right size cuff for arm circm, proper placement of cuff on arm and your forearm so the center of cuff is at heart level

Answered 9/7/2021

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Consider your state of hydration, as it is hot and dry in most areas of the USA this summer. Also, a one time BP reading may well not be indicative of the usual blood pressure level. If you are taking medications, side effects may be an answer.

Answered 9/7/2021

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