i have blood pressure 158/109.i am 36 and not too much over weight is this ok?

Answer 1

did the doctor/nurse that took your blood pressure not explain it at the time?

Answer 2

Blood pressure is displayed in two numbers (ie. 120/80). The first (top) number is the Systolic pressure and is the pressure measured when the heart beats producing a greater force against the arterial walls. The second (bottom) number is the Diastolic pressure and is the pressure measured between heart beats producing less pressure against the arterial walls.

Here is the break down of what the numbers mean:

Low BP (Hypotension) > 90/60 or lower
Normal BP > 90-120/60-80
Prehypertension > 120-139/80-89
High BP (Hypertension) Stage 1 > 140-159/90-99
High BP (Hypertension) Stage 1 > 160/100 or higher

You are at the border between Stage 1 and Stage 2 Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) based on this one reading. But one reading is not enough to make any real determination. Also many factors affect you BP at any given moment. Your activity level, any medications taken, stress, caffeine, alcohol, smoking, recent meals, emotional health, even a full bladder can all affect your BP. It also matters when and how you take the measurements.

I have set up a website that provides basic information on the conditions and procedures I have experienced. It also provides links to more information. On the Blood Pressure page there are tables of what the numbers mean, links to learn how properly monitor your BP, and links to printable tracking logs. There is also a link to a downloadable tracking program. It can be downloaded free with ads or for a price without ads. I'm using it and like it a lot. You can enter several measurements each day and the graph then plots them as an average or can plot them individually. See the link in the source box below.

Hope this helps.

Terry

Answer 3

No it's not ok. Dependent on when and how it was measured, I'd only expect that reading if it was done during or just after exercise. At rest Normal adult blood pressure is 120/80 and high blood pressure is anything over 140/90.
See your Doctor and have a check up.

Answer 4

It depends who took the reading and whether it is an average or a one off. If it is a one off it should be repeated a number of times by a nurse or doctor. The even more reliable alternative is to have a 24 hour blood pressure monitor trace performed.

Normal blood pressure is 120/80, if your average on monitoring, or repeated blood pressure checks, proved to be as high as the reading you give, this would be well above the minimum reading above which treatment would be initiated.

Go see your GP or practice nurse and start arranging repeat testing.

Answer 5

3 years ago, I was diagnosed - hypertension with a reading of 160/100. I used to feel dizzy a lot, my legs had awful cramps, and levels were very low in my potassium, causing my fingers and toes to always cramp together. One day I started to feel really faint while I was driving with my daughter in the back seat and I passed out, hitting 3 cars and ending up in a ditch. That moment,I knew I had to do something because my meds weren't working. I heard about this diet from a friend and thought I'd give it a shot. The results have been remarkable. In just 21 days, I honestly can't remember feeling this good, my blood pressure went from 175/110 to 125/70.

Answer 6

It's difficult to say with a one-off reading. Such things as exercise or stress can raise your blood pressure.

I'm surprised that whoever took your blood pressure didn't take another reading a few minutes later, and explain to you why they felt the need ... unless it was someone that's not medically qualified and didn't understand the relevance of the reading being given.

My advice would be to see your GP, and mention the reading that you've just given to see what s/he says about it. I'm sure they will take your blood pressure whilst you're there, and arrange for further readings to be taken if they feel the need.

Answer 7

Anything above 140 systolic is considered to be high blood pressure, your diastolic pressure is also very high. High blood pressure is the leading cause of heart attacks and stokes. It's time to see a physician to get it under control.

Answer 8

That well to high, you need to go to ur gp and try to find out why you have such high blood pressure before you have a heart attack. I know because I know someone very close to me who had the same condition he is now on medication to resolve this because one of his ventricles in his heart was enlarge through this high blood pressure. Just go and get some done about it.

Answer 9

where was this reading obtained? it is high. if your arm was bent at the time or if the reading was obtained at walmart I wouldn't be concerned, it could be an error due to artifact. hypertension (high blood pressure) isn't a label placed on someone until 3 consecutive readings are obtained under 3 different circumstances. the reasons for this are complex and should be discussed by a healthcare professional. you should follow up with one. in the meantime, you can stop by any fire station and they will be glad to check you BP for you. good luck.

Answer 10

120/80 is considered normal blood pressure. Your BP is elevated. It is important for you to go see your doctor and have it checked. You and your doctor can take steps to bring it down to a normal range through exercise, diet and possibly medication. Good Luck.

Answer 11

very high should see dr. if not over weight it could be hereditary or due to your diet. have blood work done to see if your cholesterol is also high. There are some natural things you can use to lower it but is best to see dr before trying them. also if you are a smoker it could be a factor.