Angiohypotonia

/ˌændʒioʊˌhaɪpoʊˈtoʊniə/ noun

Definition

Abnormally decreased tension or tone in blood vessels, making them overly relaxed and dilated.

Etymology

From Greek 'angeion' (vessel) + 'hypo' (deficient) + 'tonos' (tension/tone). The opposite of angiohypertonia, this term describes vessels that have lost their normal muscular tone, common in certain hypotensive conditions.

Kelly Says

It's the opposite problem of angiohypertonia—your blood vessels become too floppy and lose their grip, which is why people with this condition can feel dizzy or weak.

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