I went to the doctor a few days ago and I was wondering if 129/(80 I think) is a good blood pressure.. I know the normal is 120/80 but I was wondering if that is really high or if its just a little off or what.. the nurse didnt say anything bad about it so if anyone knows that would be great..
2007-08-16 07:57:45 · 4 answers · asked by Katie C 3 in Health ➔ Other - Health
It could be just slightly lower but 129/80 is not that bad at all for an adult.
I would worry more if it were 150/90
2007-08-16 08:05:47 · answer #1 · answered by Michelle 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's perfectly fine. Many people experience "white coat hypertension" which just means their blood pressure goes up a little when they are at the doctor's office (due to the stress/anxiety of just being there!). Normal is supposed to be less than or equal to 120/80. But most doctors don't raise an eyebrow until your numbers go much higher, depending, of course, on other symptoms or conditions you might have.
2007-08-16 08:06:47 · answer #2 · answered by jurydoc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's considered hypertension (high blood pressure) if you're consistently over 140/90, either number (or both). If you're getting close, your doctor may ask you to monitor your pressure, either taking it at places that have a machine (drugstores, malls, etc.) or buying a home blood pressure unit, since "white coat hypertension" already mentioned is the real deal.
Being ill or injured messes with your blood pressure, so if you were at the doctor for that, discount the reading.
2007-08-16 08:10:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a good pressure. 120/80 is just an average. Everyone is different and everyone will have different pressures. Now if your pressure is 210/100 then you have problems.
2007-08-16 08:07:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is totally normal......
2007-08-16 08:05:12 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋