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What does a low diastolic indicate?If you have a low diastolic pressure, it means you have a low coronary artery pressure, and that means your heart is going to lack blood and oxygen. That is what we call ischemia, and that kind of chronic, low-level ischemia may weaken the heart over time and potentially lead to heart failure.
What is the lowest acceptable diastolic blood pressure?What is the lowest acceptable diastolic blood pressure? The lowest acceptable diastolic blood pressure is above 60 mm HG. If it's close to 60, you should speak to your doctor about it, especially if you have any symptoms of hypotension.
Why is my top number high and bottom number low?It reflects the amount of pressure inside the arteries as the heart contracts. The bottom (second) number, diastolic pressure, is always lower since it reflects the pressure inside the arteries during the resting phase between heartbeats. As it turns out, both systolic and diastolic blood pressure are important.
What's worse high systolic or diastolic?Over the years, research has found that both numbers are equally important in monitoring heart health. However, most studies show a greater risk of stroke and heart disease related to higher systolic pressures compared with elevated diastolic pressures.
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