Hypotension
Low Blood Pressure, vascular hypotension.
Also called: Arterial hypotension, Low blood pressure.
Conditions associated with hypotension
The following conditions have been associated with hypotension in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric aciduria
3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric aciduria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
AA amyloidosis
AA amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acquired von Willebrand syndrome
Acquired von Willebrand syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Acute adrenal insufficiency
Acute adrenal insufficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute liver failure
Acute liver failure is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute radiation syndrome
Acute radiation syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Addison disease
Addison disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adrenal Insufficiency
A condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol, causing fatigue, low blood pressure, a...
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Alexander disease
Alexander disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia
Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bacterial toxic-shock syndrome
Bacterial toxic-shock syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Beta-ketothiolase deficiency
Beta-ketothiolase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bronchial neuroendocrine tumor
Bronchial neuroendocrine tumor is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
CAR T cell therapy-associated cytokine release syndrome
CAR T cell therapy-associated cytokine release syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Cholera
Cholera is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cocaine intoxication
Cocaine intoxication is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cutaneous mastocytoma
Cutaneous mastocytoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cutaneous mastocytosis-deafness-microtia syndrome
Cutaneous mastocytosis-deafness-microtia syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various s...
Deficiency in anterior pituitary function-variable immunodeficiency syndrome
Deficiency in anterior pituitary function-variable immunodeficiency syndrome is a medical condition that may b...
Dehydration
Loss of body fluids that can cause thirst, dark urine, dry mouth, dizziness, and in severe cases confusion and...
Dengue fever
Dengue fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis
Diffuse cutaneous mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Ethylene glycol poisoning
Ethylene glycol poisoning is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Familial glucocorticoid deficiency
Familial glucocorticoid deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome (GS), also referred to as familial hypokalemia-hypomagnesemia, is characterized by hypokalem...
HELLP syndrome
HELLP syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Hereditary angioedema type 1
Hereditary angioedema type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Ileal neuroendocrine tumor
Ileal neuroendocrine tumor is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Infant botulism
Infant botulism is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Inhalational anthrax
Inhalational anthrax is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Isolated mesenteric vein thrombosis
Isolated mesenteric vein thrombosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Late-onset isolated ACTH deficiency
Late-onset isolated ACTH deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Legionnaires disease
Legionnaires disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate hypotension
When investigating hypotension, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)
Measures glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function markers....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Cortisol Am & Pm Test
This blood test measures levels of the hormone cortisol in the morning and again in the afternoon to provide f...
Cortisol Levels Blood Test
The hormone cortisol (hydrocortisone) is made by the adrenal glands and plays a key role in metabolizing carbo...
Crp Test C-Reactive Protein
This blood test measures levels of CRP to help indicate if cases of inflammation or infection are occurring. I...
High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP)
Assesses low-level inflammation and cardiovascular risk....
Lactate
Measures lactic acid levels to assess tissue oxygenation and sepsis risk....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside hypotension
Dizziness
A feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or faintness, which can be caused by many conditions....
Dry Mouth
A feeling of dryness in the mouth due to reduced saliva, which can be caused by medications, Sjogren syndrome,...
Low Urine Output
Producing significantly less urine than normal, which can be a sign of dehydration or kidney problems....
Rapid Breathing
Breathing faster than normal, which can be a sign of fever, infection, anxiety, or respiratory conditions....
Rapid Heartbeat
A heart rate that is faster than normal, which can be caused by stress, fever, or heart rhythm conditions....
Thirst
The sensation of needing to drink, which can be increased by dehydration, high blood sugar, or other condition...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if hypotension is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom hypotension mean?
Hypotension is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Low Blood Pressure, vascular hypotension.
Which conditions are associated with hypotension?
Hypotension has been reported in association with 73 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaric aciduria, AA amyloidosis, Acquired von Willebrand syndrome, Acute adrenal insufficiency, Acute liver failure. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about hypotension?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.