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autonomic failure


Autonomic failure is a condition that occurs when the autonomic nervous system fails to function properly. Because the autonomic nervous system controls blood pressure and heart rate, autonomic failure can cause a rapid drop in blood pressure when standing. It can affect people with diabetes, degenerative neurological diseases and other conditions.


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