Increases the workload of the heart, so long term, chronic can cause significant heart problems (damage to lining of arteries, resulting in atherosclerosis, increased risk of CHD and stoke) Lack of regular exercise, a high salt diet, obesity, chronic stress, family history, gender and race are risk factors.
Bradycardia is the medical term used for a low heart rate. Low pulse rates can be caused by metabolic diseases and damage to the heart structure. An imbalance in electrolytes and some medications can also cause your pulse to drop.
A lack of the vitamins B-12 and folate can keep your body from producing enough red blood cells (anemia), causing low blood pressure. Medications that can cause low blood pressure. Some medications can cause low blood pressure, including: Water pills (diuretics), such as furosemide (Lasix) and hydrochlorothiazide (Maxzide, Microzide, others)