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How Can severe Hypertension Along With Dizziness Be Treated?
Hi Doctor, my uncle aged 83 year Diabetic ,hypertensive had a complaint of hypotension ,dizziness after finishing his morning walk ,He had loss of consciousness 2 times and BP was 90/50mmhg .local physician advice for stocking and avoid torsemide and drink plenty of water.
Tue, 28 Mar 2017
Hello and welcome to HCM,
Such episodes of hypotension can co-exist in patients of hypertension especially in elderly.
The advice given by your doctor is appropriate and should be followed.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri
Such episodes of hypotension can co-exist in patients of hypertension especially in elderly.
The advice given by your doctor is appropriate and should be followed.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja Puri
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