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What Causes Low BP Readings On Either Arms After Dialysis?
Posted on
Mon, 16 Feb 2015
Mon, 16 Feb 2015
Answered on
Fri, 13 Mar 2015
Last reviewed on
Question : Huband on pd dialysis - he blood pressure today is 94/59 right arm and 70/49 left arm - what should we do?
Brief Answer:
Take some liquids and lie down
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
After dialysis the amount of blood volume decreases and it results in hypovolemia, which can lead to decreased blood pressure.
I would advise your husband to take some liquids and lie down for some time.
Hope this helps
Wishing your husband a good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
Take some liquids and lie down
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
After dialysis the amount of blood volume decreases and it results in hypovolemia, which can lead to decreased blood pressure.
I would advise your husband to take some liquids and lie down for some time.
Hope this helps
Wishing your husband a good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
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