Hypotension

Pronunciation: /ˌhaɪ.pəˈtɛn.ʃən/

Definitions of hypotension

noun a medical condition in which a person's blood pressure is abnormally low

Example Sentences

A1 Hypotension is when your blood pressure is too low.

A2 Symptoms of hypotension may include dizziness and fainting.

B1 Doctors may prescribe medication to treat hypotension.

B2 Severe hypotension can lead to organ damage.

C1 Hypotension can be a side effect of certain medications.

C2 There are various causes of hypotension, including dehydration and heart problems.

Examples of hypotension in a Sentence

formal The patient experienced hypotension after taking the new medication.

informal He felt dizzy and lightheaded due to low blood pressure.

slang She got a bit woozy because of her low BP.

figurative His enthusiasm for the project dropped like a sudden bout of hypotension.

Grammatical Forms of hypotension

• past tense: hypotensioned
• plural: hypotensions
• comparative: more hypotensive
• superlative: most hypotensive
• present tense: hypotension
• future tense: will hypotension
• perfect tense: has hypotensioned
• continuous tense: is hypotensioning
• singular: hypotension
• positive degree: hypotensive
• infinitive: to hypotension
• gerund: hypotensioning
• participle: hypotensioned

Origin and Evolution of hypotension

First Known Use: 1892 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'hypotension' originates from the Greek words 'hypo' meaning 'under' and 'tension' meaning 'pressure'.

Evolution of the word: The term 'hypotension' was first used in medical literature in the late 19th century to describe low blood pressure. Over time, its usage has become more widespread in the medical field to refer to a condition where blood pressure is abnormally low, leading to symptoms such as dizziness and fainting.