Blood Pressure Numbers: What Do They Mean?

Every time you go to your doctors office they take your blood pressure, but what do those numbers mean? And beyond that, why should you care? In this video we are going to break down what those numbers mean, why it's important you watch it and which numbers are more important to treat. We hope this helps you understand a little more so you can take charge of this important part of your health.

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[ModestNeophyte]

I am 39 and I have gone years with uncontrolled hypertensive crisis. After a very recent hospital stay, I am now on meds to help, and in my blood pressure meter app, i can see the meds working and my BP and pulse are lowering every day.

[kellymaresha]

Your voice was so comforting. Thank you.

[Garyw]

Your a really good speaker. Enjoying your videos as I have high blood pressure.

[kimberblack]

Thank you for doing this video, I really appreciate the information and you were excellent at delivering it in a fast and effective way.

[Kk]

The best video explaining the numbers on blood pressure monitors

[wewillcomeforyou]

Thank you for the info. I just checked mine and it's high enough to concern me for real..

[brandiepacula]

Doc you did not discuss low blood pressure.

[charliedavis]

Thanks Dr. Richardson for that great and simple to understand explanation on blood pressure. My BP machine also has readings for pulse. Would you please comment on your take on pulse readings as mine hover around 38-40 bpm. I am a male 78 years old. Thanks in advance for your response.

[dennismyers]

Dr. Who determines what the norm is? Every few years a group of doctors
Get together and change what the norm is..Your body is self healing
And self maintaining ..Our body is smarter than your doctor, it’s that
They don’t know it..If your np goes up, it’s generally for a reason. Clogged
Arteries, over weight, or just plain growing old. But, we’re all put in a norm.
Higher bp is a must for some. The last meeting of the group of doctors
Determined that 150/80 was norm for folks over 60. Bout time they figured
That out..The traditional 120/30 for everyone, regardless of age, health,
Past history, environment and so many other factors didn’t matter. Stress
Is one of the most common reason for higher bp, but the dr, very rarely
Asks these questions…There in a hurry to get to the next patient. Here’s
A pill and all will be well, see you in 6 months…SAD..
Dennis

[redcan]

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[franciskarakacha]

Quite enlightening , in the next video could you recommend foods that lower blood pressure

[mohamedennaifar]

How about the studies by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) who discovered that anything bellow 140/90 is normal blood pressure and that anything between that and what you're saying is people being wrongly diagnosed with blood pressure.

[sharoncoon]

I'm on dialysis and my BP seems to drop a lot usually is between 66/48 to 118/58
I get very lightheaded and feel like I'm going to pass out. Had an echo cardiogram and it came back good.

[fjfjrfjfjr]

Informative. Doctor trails off a lot in his speaking voice.

[DiaborMagics]

I just got it measured because im taking ADHD medication that could increase my blood pressure and it was 135/93; that said i got there by biking. I think there was about 10 minutes between arrival and getting the pressure measured. Don't know if that is too short? My heart rate was 70, apparently.

[giwanthaonline]

I taking citopam about 2 year .i suddenly stop taking it 4 months ago.now im feeling unwell.please sir tell me what to do

[Humblequeen-mc]

Doctor did address anything was put on 2.5mg of Amlodipine for BP of 145/89 my reason for this high is night shift and night sleeping

[AnnabelleJARankin]

My top numbers are considerably higher than the bottom ones
... what's occurring?

[dgh]

Wait about 5-10 minutes after sitting down to check blood pressure. Pee before checking too because it can raise blood pressure too. Don’t talk and don’t put cuff over sleeves.

[ilovecats]

We can always count on this guy to tell us the right way