Is low blood pressure life-threatening?

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Doctor, when I have low blood pressure, I feel cold, my back is sweaty, I have trouble breathing, my heart beats fast, but I feel like I'm being squeezed. Besides, my limbs were numb and constricted, making me unable to move. Did the doctor tell me if it was life-threatening? Looking forward to consulting your doctor.
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Hello! You did not give your blood pressure readings when you had the symptoms described. Low blood pressure is diagnosed when the systolic and diastolic blood pressure is below 90/60 mmHg in the resting state.
There are many causes of low blood pressure such as: Family factors; organ failure such as heart, kidney, thyroid or autonomic nervous system
failure to self-regulate leading to orthostatic hypotension; other causes (life stress, obesity, malnutrition...).
You should see a cardiologist to find the cause of low blood pressure to have the appropriate treatment.
Thank you for your question to Vinmec Health System. Best regards.
Master, Doctor Pham Van Hung - Interventional Cardiologist - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.