This was not a smooth process. The rise of executive power sometimes hurt important interests and always rubbed against the republican sensibilities that Americans inherited from the founders. From time to time, Congress reaped political benefits from thwarting the president. But today Congress reacts rather than leads.
Some of the causes of low blood pressure include: 1  Getting up after you sit or lie down. 2  This can cause a quick drop in blood pressure called orthostatic hypotension. 3  Standing for a long time. 4  Not drinking enough fluids (dehydration).
Symptoms of low blood pressure caused by conditions or diseases depend upon the specific cause of the low blood pressure. For example, if insufficient blood flows to the brain, brain cells do not receive enough oxygen and nutrients, and a person can feel lightheaded, dizzy, or even faint. The most common symptoms of low blood pressure include: