Is a blood pressure of 154/98 normal for a 19 year old?

Answer 1

No, the figures are high, better consult your cardiologist.

Answer 2

Under "normal" conditions no.
One must factor in certain things which could influence the blood pressure readings at the time the blood pressure is being monitored,or checked.
Weight,illness, emotional distress certain medications and activity can cause elevations. The key issue is to know what the health (emotional and physical)status of the 19 year old is.
If there are no abnormal or unusual conditions, and increased activity is not is not a factor, there's room for concern.
Getting a physical, or merely a check up with a doctor is the best thing to do ultimately. If possible , having several blood pressure readings to present to physician at the visit would be ideal.
Cherrypi

Answer 3

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 4

This is borderline BP. I will not worry at all. Stress could be a factor. Are you getting enough sleep? Try to relax, avoid salty food & sodas. Eat more vegetables & fruits. Take 1 magnesium per day, it is a natural mineral who helps reducing HBP naturally. Also make sure you eat plenty garlic in your diet , salads etc.. Garlic acts like a blood pressure medication by reducing your BP. Check your BP several time per week and if after 3 weeks your BP is still high check your doctor. Good luck. Normal BP is around 130/80 they drop the standards to 120/80 to sell more BP medications. If you are in the range of 130/80 you are ok.

Answer 5

That sounds very high. Are you sure this was measured accurately? Does your doctor know that your BP is this high? If not, he needs to know as soon as humanly possible. The top number, or systolic BP is normally in the range of 90-140 and the bottom number, or diastolic BP, is normally in the range of 60-90. That high of a BP, especially in someone your age, is particularly concerning. You may just have high blood pressure, or it can be caused by other diseases.

Answer 6

Blood pressure varies based on several factors - age, health level, race, weight and family. In your case, it either seems to be familial or your weight. Although it's considered stage 1 hypertension, it's not any emergency, however, it would make sense to go to your doctor for a fuller evaluation to see whats wrong and then go on some drug therapy.

Answer 7

That is a high blood pressure. It should be in the range of 120/80. As always though you should check with your doctor, but that is considered high.

Answer 8

No, this is considered "borderline." I don't want to hear that your pressure is up that high. You are young and basically pretty healthy. Don't let the pressure of this coldhearted world work you over. I am "banking" on you doing well. I don't know you but I am praying for you. Let no man steal your joy. I wish you well. Peace, Love and God's blessings.

Answer 9

No, that isn't normal for any age. It's pretty high. You should talk with your Dr. about it because untreated hypertension wreaks havoc after a number of years.