A sudden drop in blood pressure when moving from a lying down or sitting position to an upright or standing position, causing a loss of balance, is called:

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Orthostatic hypotension is a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up from a sitting or lying position, leading to a loss of balance. It can be caused by medication, dehydration, or an underlying medical condition. Coronary artery disease, hypertension, and aneurysm are not related to this specific condition.

A Sudden Drop in Blood Pressure When Moving from a Lying