10 Symptoms of Low Blood Pressure
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #5: Syncope
Syncope is the technical medical term for fainting. Sometimes it can be caused by a harmless shock to the system, such as some very bad news. At other times, though, it can be caused by something more concerning such as an underlying illness. Low blood pressure may be the cause of syncope, as the brain may not be getting the nutrients it needs.
Fainting is actually a defense mechanism that helps to protect the brain. If there is insufficient blood flow to the head, then the brain will begin to switch off other parts of the body to ensure the brain gets what it needs to avoid harm.
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