PatientsLikeMe ™
Join Now! (It’s free)
Already a member? Sign in
Filter by:
patients
See More Symptoms
See all 7092 symptoms in the PatientsLikeMe system shared by patients just like you.
Orthostatic/Postural Hypotension Report
Orthostatic hypotension, also called postural hypotension, is a form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from a sitting or lying down position. Orthostatic hypotension can cause dizziness or lightheadedness, and may result in fainting.
What we've learned from patients who report Orthostatic/Postural Hypotension
Symptom severities
|
Severe
|
13 |  |
|---|---|---|
|
Moderate
|
21 |  |
|
Mild
|
14 |  |
|
None
|
9 |  |
What patients report taking for the purpose of treating Orthostatic/Postural Hypotension
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florinef | 13 |  |
|
| Fludrocortisone | 9 | |
|
| Blood Pressure | 6 | |
|
| Effexor XR | 1 | |
|
| Shower/Tub Chair | 1 | |
|
| Desmopressin | 1 | |
|
| Compression Stockings/Socks | 1 | |
|
| Licorice root | 1 | |
|
| Quickie | 1 | |
|
| Droxidopa | 1 | |
|
| Midodrine | 1 | |
|
| Increased Salt | 1 | |
Report created on February 12, 2012.