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5. Does the risk of hypotension increase with age?

Hypotension may increase due to heart problems and other issues that are more common as people age, but it is not a normal part of aging. If an older individual discovers low blood pressure or the symptoms of hypotension, he or she should ask a medical professional to investigate the underlying cause, as would a younger person.

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