Print Posted by New York Cardiac Diagnostic Center (Financial District Office) on 05/28/2020

Low Blood Pressure Specialists | Hypotension Doctor –

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Having low blood pressure is usually a good thing. With low blood pressure, you’re not putting extra stress on your cardiovascular system. But there are times when your blood pressure can drop too low. Then you have what’s called hypotension. This condition may cause you to feel faint or dizzy, especially when you stand up after being off your feet for a while. Fortunately, our cardiology centers offers steps you can take to keep your blood pressure up if it’s low, and there’s even a low blood pressure cure, which consists of successfully managing your symptoms.

Having low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is usually desirable and considered healthy, but when your blood pressure is too low, it’s cause for concern. A reading of less than 90/60 — 90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) for the top or systolic measurement and 60 mm Hg for the bottom or diastolic reading — translates as low blood pressure.

Hypotension, as opposed to hypertension, may not require any treatment, depending on its cause. Only a trained specialist, like those at the Manhattan Cardiology Diagnostic Center, can determine if your low blood pressure warrants a treatment plan. Testing for the low blood pressure may include: