Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension

Orthostatic hypotension of neurological origin is a drop in blood pressure when standing up, related to an altered functioning of the nervous system that regulates circulation. Unlike other forms, its origin is linked to autonomic regulation.

Frequent symptoms: dizziness or a feeling of faintness when getting up, blurred vision, weakness, and even fainting when changing position.

When to seek care? When dizziness on standing up is repeated, causes falls, or is accompanied by other neurological symptoms.

Which specialist evaluates it? The neurologist, the cardiologist and the internist can study this type of orthostatic hypotension and its relationship with the nervous system. If you notice frequent dizziness when standing up, discussing it with a professional helps identify the cause and prevent falls.