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The larger number represents systolic pressure, or the maximum pressure. The smaller number represents diastolic pressure, the minimum pressure in one's arteries. It is one of the principle vital signs.

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Is always ok when do blood pressure number comes out an even?

normal blood pressure reading


What is a normal blood pressure reading?

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Is the first reading for blood pressure accurate or a second reading is better?

Second


What is the difference from systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure?

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What is your opinion of blood pressure reading of 124/53 - pulse 61 Thanks?

In my opinion it’s a great blood pressure. the top number or the “Systolic” pressure is the pressure your heart reads when the muscle contracts. the bottom number or the “Diastolic “ Pressure is your heart muscle at rest. FYI 😁