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* If | * If the patient has low blood pressure, certain steps to prevent or reduce the symptoms are possible. These may include: | ||
* Avoiding alcohol | * Avoiding [[alcohol]] | ||
* Avoiding standing for a long time (if | * Avoiding standing for a long time (if the patient has neurally mediated hypotension) | ||
* Drinking plenty of fluids | * Drinking plenty of fluids | ||
* Getting up slowly after sitting or lying down | * Getting up slowly after sitting or lying down | ||
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Secondary Prevention
- If the patient has low blood pressure, certain steps to prevent or reduce the symptoms are possible. These may include:
- Avoiding alcohol
- Avoiding standing for a long time (if the patient has neurally mediated hypotension)
- Drinking plenty of fluids
- Getting up slowly after sitting or lying down
- Using compression stockings to increase blood pressure in the legs