Neuron Structure. Your brain is made of approximately 100 billion nerve cells, called neurons. Neurons have the amazing ability to gather and transmit electrochemical signals -- think of them like the gates and wires in a computer.
Most doctors will only consider chronically low blood pressure as dangerous if it causes noticeable signs and symptoms, such as: 1  Dizziness or lightheadedness. 2  Nausea. 3  Fainting (syncope)  Dehydration and unusual 1  thirst. Dehydration can sometimes cause blood pressure to drop.  Lack of 1  concentration. Blurred vision.  Cold, clammy, pale skin.
Excessively slow heart rate (bradycardia) also can result in dangerously low blood pressure. Some conditions can impair blood vessel health and result in low blood pressure. Examples include infections (sepsis), paralysis (injury or stroke-related) and certain endocrine disorders such as low cortisol levels.