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Blood Pressure
One of the vital signs of human beings, blood pressure is the pressure exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessels. It varies with the strength of the heartbeat, the elasticity of the arterial walls, the volume and viscosity of the blood, and a person's health, age, and physical condition. Normal adult blood pressure is approximately 120/80 mm/Hg.
2,955 Questions
What does arterial pressure reflect?
An individual's blood pressure is dependent on several factors including genetics, weight and stress levels. While there is nothing we can do to change our genetics one can eat a healthy diet and manage stress in an attempt to control blood pressure.
Does vigorous exercise increase blood pressure?
The blood pressure will increase during physical training, but it won't make you a person with high blood pressure permanently.
Best decongestant for high blood pressure?
Depends exactly which tablets but generally do not take decingestant tablets or pills if you have high blood pressure. The safest type to take is topical nasal sprays as they tend not to affect the whole body like tablets.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using a decongestant.
What does it mean if EP Cells in Urine is many?
It means that there are a high quantity pf these cells called ep in your urine :)
Does drinking wine affect high blood pressure?
yes
One thing that you ought to know is that there are a lot of controversies around this issue.
Why? There are scientific studies that support the fact that alcohol is good for you blood pressure and heart . Note that there is another body of evidence that support exactly the contrary. All these are scientific data - that's what causes so much confusion.
Important_Notice:_Drug_Interactions">Important Notice:Drug InteractionsIf you are currently taking any drugs or supplements that affect blood pressure (especially those that lower it), always consult you doctor to ensure you aren't do anything acutely harmful to your body, or slowly deteriorating your liver.
Although not meant to be taken as conclusive advice/evidence (as stated on Drugs.com's disclaimer), Drugs.com can offer you some insight on the the known pharmacological reactions between a list of various drugs and chemicals (See "interactions" section). Low doses are strongly advised if you decide to take multiple substances, although I strongly discourage this experimentation unless you know what you have is labelled properly, they dont potentiate certain fatal synmptoms liek respiratory depression.
It is important that you follow the advice of health officials which is: Yes [well it's not a "yes, go and drink" more of an assurance that if you "drink moderately; you will likely have a good time and not blackout" YMMV, always do a small amount when testing something new test anything new while under the residual effects of the previously injested chemical.
What specialists treat orthostatic hypotension?
One of the most commonly prescribed medications for treating orthostatic hypotension is fludrocortisone acetate.
Does nasal saline solution cause high blood pressure?
My blood pressure is normally low high - 140/90. I received a IV saline solution (water and sodium chloride of 0.90%) a few nights ago and noticed my blood pressure dropped. In the subsequent days, I have been drinking saline water. I am always using sea salt in the water to get the other needed minerals. I am drinking at least 2 quarts of water a day and adding about 1/4 teaspoon to one of the quarts. My blood pressure is 117/78 this morning. I had been told by Dr. Robert Thompson (author of "The Calcium Lie") that I needed to consume sodium. I was hesitant since I was also told that sodium is bad for us. I therefor avoided salt. I now believe the key is being properly hydrated and having the proper balance of water, sodium, and other minerals just as Dr. Robert Thompson writes about.
Is there a chart of normal blood pressure range for children?
The normal range varies with age, gender, and height (measure as a percentile for age).
Check both 'Related Links' to determine average blood pressure.
What is the lowest you should allow your diastolic reading to be?
The lowest acceptable diastolic reading for adults is generally considered to be around 60 mmHg. Readings below this level may indicate hypotension, which can lead to insufficient blood flow to organs. It's essential to consult a healthcare professional if diastolic readings are consistently low, as individual health conditions can influence what is considered normal.
Can high blood pressure affect your mood?
I was diagnoised with high blood pressure. Before the medicine Hydrochlorothiazide I felt great. Now I am sweating lots and have some wierd mood swings. Not sure how to cope. Feel dr blows me off. I felt better before this than now. What should I do.
Terri
Do muscles affect blood pressure?
When muscles are tensed, they can increase blood pressure. Fighter pilots take advantage of this by tensing their gut muscles to avoid blacking out at high-G conditions.
What does it mean if you have dried blood on your tongue?
Probably bleeding gums or you bit your tongue while asleep.
Is it normal to have high blood pressure and a low pulse?
stroke....can kill you or leave brain damaged
dont no about low blood pressure
go to the doctors just in case
Is sweet mango bad for high blood pressure?
Mangoes are high in potassium and magnesium as well as contain as many antioxidants as the berries therefore do not contribute to high blood pressure.
Will low blood pressure make you dizzy?
For most people, no. But if you are not very active and hardly eat, you are likely to be dizzy sometimes.
What is a good blood pressure for a 76 year old male a good reading?
There does not seem to be a finite answer.
I have read ranges from 120 to 160
I think you have to make a personal diagnosis based on
your own thoughts on your health.
Personally I am an 84 year old asthmatic with a variable
pressure of 135 to 155 but if I feel Ok then that is it.
Can any Medic of a similar age prove me wrong?
What is the effect of gravity on blood pressure?
It is important to note that the flow of blood in the body is directly influenced by gravity. When a person is standing, gravity helps pull the blood downward to the lower extremities. Without gravity, blood tends to remain closer to the heart. The force of gravity also makes it more difficult for the blood to flow upward to return to the heart and lungs for more oxygen. Our bodies have evolved to deal with the ever-present downward force of gravity; our leg muscles function as secondary pumps to help in the process of venous return which is blood flow back to the heart, also referred to as cardiac input). During walking or other leg movements, the muscles contract, forcing blood up through the veins of the calf toward the heart. The valves in the veins are arranged so that blood flows only in one direction (Figure 10). This mechanism effectively counteracts the force of gravity.
Is chicken liver good for high blood pressure?
No, liver of any animal is not good for high blood pressure, high blood sugar or high blood lipid. Liver always contain a lot of fat and cholesterol, which is very bad if you already have vascular system problem. Actually, besides liver, you'd better avoid or reduce eating any of the animal guts as well as high fat or high sugar or high cholestrol food.
Husband is 63 so we were wondering.
It probably is not so good. The 143 is higher than normal and the 63 is lower than normal. You should call your doctor with that information and probably get an appointment for an exammination.
