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What is blood pressure?Blood pressure can be categorized into five different types include normal, elevated, hypertension stage I, hypertension stage II, and hypertensive crisis. Blood pressure is the force applied by the blood over the inner walls of the arteries. Although the average blood pressure for a person remains constant, it shows minor fluctuations throughout the day—declining while relaxing and momentarily increasing while being excited or under stress. An increase in resting blood pressure can scar, stiffen, or harden the arteries.
High blood pressure is more likely to cause:
Signs and Symptoms of High Blood PressureHigh blood pressure may not have any symptoms and so hypertension has been labeled "the silent killer." Longstanding high blood pressure can lead to multiple complications including heart attack, kidney disease, or stroke. Some people experience symptoms with their high blood pressure. These symptoms include:
What are the different blood pressure categories?
Blood pressure can be categorized into five different types, namely: Table. Different blood pressure categories
Contact the physician immediately if the following symptoms are experienced:
SLIDESHOWExercises for Seniors: Tips for Core, Balance, Stretching See SlideshowWhat is normal blood pressure according to age and gender?Blood pressure is the pressure of the blood within the arteries. It is produced primarily by the contraction of the heart muscle. Its measurement is recorded by two numbers. The first (systolic pressure) is measured after the heart contracts and is highest. The second (diastolic pressure) is measured before the heart contracts and the lowest. A blood pressure cuff is used to measure the pressure. Elevation of blood pressure is called "hypertension". The chart shows normal blood pressure according to age both male and female. Diastolic blood pressure (DBP) and Systolic Blood Pressure (SBP) are included in the chart. Normal Blood Pressure By Age Both Male and Female
Health NewsHow to treat low blood pressure?Low blood pressure can be prevented or treated using the following methods:
Medications such as fludrocortisone or midodrine may also help to treat low blood pressure. Medically Reviewed on 10/4/2022 References https://www.webmd.com/heart/qa/what-medications-are-used-to-treat-low-blood-pressure https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4998762/ https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure/understanding-blood-pressure-readings What is normal blood pressure by age for female?Women aged 21-25 have the lowest normal diastolic reading (115.5-70.5), while women aged 31-35 have the lowest normal systolic reading (110.5/72.5). The age group with the highest normal blood pressure reading in women is between ages 56 and 60 (132.5/78.5).
What is ideal blood pressure by age?Normal Blood Pressure By Age Both Male and Female. What is a dangerously high blood pressure for a woman?Your blood pressure is considered high (stage 1) if it reads 130/80. Stage 2 high blood pressure is 140/90 or higher. If you get a blood pressure reading of 180/110 or higher more than once, seek medical treatment right away. A reading this high is considered “hypertensive crisis.”
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