Health Advice
Understanding High Blood Pressure
Understanding Blood Pressure
Blood pressure, a crucial health indicator, involves two key measurements: systolic pressure (the higher number) reflects the force of your heart pumping blood, and diastolic pressure (the lower number) indicates resistance between heartbeats. Elevated blood pressure is commonly known as hypertension.
In a nutshell:
- High blood pressure is recognised at 140/90mmHg or above (or an average of 135/85mmHg at home).
- If you’re 80 or older, the threshold is 150/90mmHg or higher (or an average of 145/85mmHg at home).
- Ideal pressure falls between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg, aiming for below 150/90mmHg (or 145/85mmHg at home) for those over 80.
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Understanding Your Reading
You can use the NHS tool here to learn more about your reading. You should not use this tool to diagnose any symptoms. If you’re worried about your blood pressure, book an appointment at your GP surgery.
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