hypotension

noun

hy·​po·​ten·​sion ˌhī-pō-ˈten(t)-shən How to pronounce hypotension (audio)
: abnormally low blood pressure

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If blood loss leads to anemia (low numbers of healthy red blood cells) or hypotension (low blood pressure), medication or a blood transfusion can restore blood volume. Michael Menna, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024 In a 2022 study, researchers investigated whether drinking cold water would lead to a more significant pressor response than room-temperature water among young adult and older adult participants who experience orthostatic hypotension. Kumkum S. Patel, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024 Dimethyl sulfoxide infused in the vein has also been shown to cause dilation of the blood vessels, hypotension (low blood pressure), and chest pain. Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 22 Sep. 2024 Cool skin Rapid heart and breathing rate Lack of urination Confusion Light-headedness when standing up (orthostatic hypotension) and fainting Comorbidities in Older Adults and Effect on Dehydration Older adults are vulnerable to dehydration for various age and health-related reasons. Forest Miller, Verywell Health, 16 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hypotension 

Word History

Etymology

hypo- + tension entry 1, probably after French hypotension

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hypotension was in 1893

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Cite this Entry

“Hypotension.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hypotension. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

hypotension

noun
hy·​po·​ten·​sion ˈhī-pō-ˌten-chən How to pronounce hypotension (audio)

Medical Definition

hypotension

noun
hy·​po·​ten·​sion ˈhī-pō-ˌten-chən How to pronounce hypotension (audio)
1
: abnormally low pressure of the blood

called also low blood pressure

2
: abnormally low pressure of the intraocular fluid

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