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Ratan Tata reportedly had hypotension; Mumbai doctors highlight why you should take low blood pressure seriously

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Updated on: 15 October,2024 12:10 PM IST  |  Mumbai
Nascimento Pinto | nascimento.pinto@mid-day.com

Why do we not take low blood pressure as seriously as high blood pressure? Mumbai doctors highlight the causes and effects of low blood pressure and why it is important to check blood pressure regularly

Ratan Tata reportedly had hypotension; Mumbai doctors highlight why you should take low blood pressure seriously

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Key Highlights

  1. Hypotension is a systolic pressure of fewer than 90 or a diastolic pressure less than 60
  2. The causes include dehydration, loss of blood, medications, hormonal imbalances, and more
  3. Low blood pressure can severely affect the body with inadequate blood flow to viral organs

Last week, Indian industrialist Ratan Tata passed away at 86 on October 9 due to age-related issues. This was two days after he was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on October 7. While the exact cause of his death isn’t known, several media reports are speculating that it was due to low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, after he was admitted for dyspnea, which is shortness of breath. While the cause may not be known, it highlights the need to know more about low blood pressure.

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