Cause of hypotension

Written by: Dr. Rowena | Posted: Apr 26 2007

Q: What causes hypotension in a healthy human?

A: A common cause of hypotension in a healthy human is volume depletion. This is why you are warned in hot climates to drink plenty of fluids and watch the alcohol consumption. Alcohol acts as a diuretic so fluid loss is increased. The need to urinate more frequently after drinking is related to the alcohol in the beverage consumed.

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