orthostatic hypotension
orthostatic hypotension · orthostatic hypotensions
A form of hypotension that occurs when standing after a period of sitting or lying downA form of hypotension that occurs when standing after a period of sitting or lying down.
Meaning
1 senses(countable, uncountable)A form of hypotension that occurs when standing after a period of sitting or lying down.
More definitions
- low blood pressure occurring in some people when they stand up
Forms
plural: orthostatic hypotensions| Singular | orthostatic hypotension |
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Synonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- low blood pressure occurring in some people when they stand up:postural hypotension
Word family
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