I am 83, what should my blood pressure be?

Answer 1

As a rule, males, their age plus 100 for the systolic, or first number. This holds good until you hit about 50, so, a good systolic is about 140 to 150. This is the maximum pressure exerted on the artery walls during the contraction of the heart.

The diastolic, or bottom number needs to be below 90, and is best if in the low 80's to upper 70's. This is the pressure in the artery between contractions. When this number gets into the 90's, doctors begin to worry. When it goes to and above 100, well, these people are usually on BP meds long term.

Answer 2

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is often called the symptomless disease. A normal blood pressure is between 120/80 to 100/60.
You have to establish what is normal for you. If it's higher than this range when you are resting, you should definitely see your doctor about getting on some type of blood pressure pills.
Don't put it off because you feel ok. The first symptom is often a stroke. If a 15 cent pill will keep you healthy, isn't it worth it?
If you're BP is low, there's no medication for it, but if you are tired all the time from it, drink plenty of liquids to keep your blood volume up, and avoid caffeine which will act to lower your BP.

Answer 3

120-135

Answer 4

Wow, I'm impressed that you would even bother coming on a site like this, or that you would know how to use a computer. Your b/p is probably fine since you seem to use your brain.

Answer 5

i suppose it`s quite good if u`re still able to navigate over the internet .