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Bookmark or Share- Blood pressure chart: What your reading means - Mayo ClinicIncreased blood pressure may be categorized as elevated, stage 1 or stage 2 depending on the specific numbers. A diagnosis of high blood pressure is usually based on the average of two or more readings taken on separate visits. The first time your blood pressure is checked, it should be measured in both arms to see if there is a difference.
- Low blood pressure (hypotension) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicLow blood pressure without symptoms or with only mild symptoms rarely requires treatment. If low blood pressure causes symptoms, the treatment depends on the cause. For instance, if medicine causes low blood pressure, your healthcare professional may recommend changing or stopping the medicine. Or the dose of medicine might be lowered.
- Isolated systolic hypertension: A health concern? - Mayo ClinicFor adults with high blood pressure, a target blood pressure under 130/80 mm Hg is recommended for those younger than 65. For those 65 and older, American Heart Association guidelines say the top blood pressure number also should be under 130 mm Hg. But the guidelines don't specify a goal for the bottom number.
- High blood pressure (hypertension) - Mayo ClinicHow can I lower my blood pressure without medication? This is a very common question. A lot of people want to avoid medication if they can, when trying to reduce their blood pressure. A few ways have been shown scientifically to reduce blood pressure. The first, and perhaps most important, is to stay physically active.
- 10 ways to control high blood pressure without medicationWeight loss is one of the best ways to control blood pressure. If you're overweight or have obesity, losing even a small amount of weight can help lower blood pressure. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). In general, blood pressure might go down by about 1 mm Hg with each kilogram (about 2.2 pounds) of weight lost.
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