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How much of a problem must you have before you officially have orthostatic hypotension?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Symptoms.: If symptomatic after standing or being recumbent. If you feel lightv headed or lose consciousness, those are sure signs. Keep in mind that vascular issues, which compromise blood to the brain, can have identical sx.

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Answered 11/26/2013

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