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Q
What are the reasons for postural hypotension?
A
Hypovolemia (hemorrhage, diuretics, dehydration)
Drugs (antidepressants, antihypertensives, parkinson medications)
Autonomic failure (PD, DM)
2
Q
Treatment and recommendations at postural hypotension?
A
Rehydrate, take away drugs.
Stand up slowly, avoided prolonged standing.
Socks and occasionally fluodrocortison