Jun 13, 2024 · Sometimes, low blood pressure can be life-threatening. The causes of low blood pressure include dehydration and other serious medical conditions. It's important to find out …

Sep 1, 2025 · Metoprolol is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries.

Feb 29, 2024 · High blood pressure is a common condition that affects the body's arteries. It's also called hypertension. If you have high blood pressure, the force of the blood pushing …

Aug 18, 2023 · Checking your pulse pressure may help your care team predict your risk of heart and blood vessel events, such as heart attacks and strokes. A pulse pressure greater than 60 …

Overview A blood pressure test measures the pressure in the arteries as the heart pumps. A blood pressure test may be done as a part of a routine health checkup or as a screening for …

Dec 15, 2023 · During ventricular fibrillation, blood pressure drops dramatically. The person's breathing and pulse stop because the heart is not pumping any blood to the body.

Dec 15, 2023 · Ask your care team: How to take your pulse and what heart rate is best for you. When and how to do treatments called vagal maneuvers, if appropriate. When to seek …

Jun 4, 2025 · Pulse generator. This small metal box has a battery and electrical parts. It controls the rate of electrical signals sent to the heart. Leads. These are flexible wires. One to three …

Oct 13, 2023 · A type of arrhythmia called ventricular fibrillation can cause a dramatic drop in blood pressure. This can cause the person to fall to the ground within seconds, also called …

Dec 13, 2024 · High blood pressure and high cholesterol increase the risk of heart disease. Make lifestyle changes and take medicines as directed to manage high blood pressure or high …