Learn about the phenomenon of getting dizzy when standing up too fast, also known as Orthostatic Hypotension or Postural Hypotension, in this informative video.
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00:00 🩸 Orthostatic Hypotension Overview
02:20 🩸 Pathophysiology of Orthostatic Hypotension
05:06 🩸 MANAGEMENT (PATIENT COUNSELING)
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The video discusses Getting Dizzy when Standing Up Too Fast which is also called orthostatic hypotension, a condition where blood pressure drops when transitioning from sitting or lying to standing, causing symptoms like dizziness or fainting. It explains the pathophysiology, noting that gravity pulls blood to the legs when standing, leading to decreased blood flow to the brain. Baroreceptors detect this drop in blood pressure and activate the sympathetic nervous system to increase heart rate and constrict blood vessels, aiming to restore normal blood pressure. Medications blocking alpha-1 receptors can interfere with this mechanism, causing dizziness or lightheadedness upon standing. Management strategies include education on symptom recognition and posture changes, avoiding triggers, staying hydrated, and consuming small, frequent meals. Increasing dietary salt intake may help, and medication adjustments can be considered to minimize orthostatic hypotension. Techniques like abdominal binders and compression stockings can also aid in venous return.
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