Low blood pressure, or hypotension, can occur for a few reasons.

Megan Sheppard gives her advice on what to do when diagnosed with lupus and recommends some homeopathic treatments for a grieving widow.

Q. I read with interest your advice on cholesterol lowering foods. I was surprised to see you exclude peanuts. I had understood that peanuts were also okay.

QI was diagnosed with lupus last summer. My skin was inflamed and I had a rash. I went to a dermatologist, who prescribed Plazueil and steroids. My body had a terrible reaction. I use Aveeno lotion, fragrance-free, but my face flares up and gets very hot and red, mostly at evening. Can you suggest a herbal remedy or cream? I am 67 years old.