I know it’s something to do with bloody flow changing but I just don’t understand it

  • Vinny_93@lemmy.world
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    2 days ago

    It really depends on the type of shock but say anaphylaxis causes blood vessels to dilate, resulting in lower blood pressure. A lower blood pressure will eventually lead to not enough blood reaching vital organs in time which is bad for you.

    Shock is a medical term used to describe any hindrance of regular blood flow. It’s not the same as being ‘shocked’, like if something traumatic happened to you.