Fluids and medications are given through an intravenous line , a tube connected to a vein in the arm or other area. Side effects are related to the treatments used. For example, antibiotics may cause allergic reactions or stomach upset. Medications used to raise blood pressure may cause irregular heartbeats, or arrhythmias . Surgery carries a risk of bleeding, infection, and allergic reaction to the anesthesia .
Blood transfusions carry a risk of allergic reaction and infection.
In cases of extensive blood loss or severe infection, death may occur if treatment is delayed or ineffective. Permanent organ damage may occur with severely low blood pressure. This may cause a person to be disabled. In other cases, such as those due to medications, stopping the medication cures the low blood pressure and no further treatment is needed. Blood pressure can be rechecked as often as needed.