What causes a diastolic pressure of 59?
Dec 06, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
The correct interpretation of "low pressure 59" is a diastolic blood pressure of 59 mmHg, which may result from either physiological or pathological causes. An occasional reading of 59 mmHg diastolic pressure could be due to significant changes in body position, physical weakness, or inadequate nutritional intake. If this low diastolic pressure persists chronically, it may indicate chronic gastrointestinal bleeding, or be associated with conditions such as aortic valve stenosis or syringomyelia.
A diastolic pressure of 59 mmHg may result from either physiological or pathological causes.
1. Physiological Causes
A diastolic pressure of 59 mmHg falls slightly below the normal range of 60–89 mmHg, indicating low blood pressure. If this occurs occasionally, it may be due to significant changes in body position, such as quickly moving from a sitting or lying position to standing, leading to insufficient blood supply to the brain. It could also result from lack of physical activity causing general weakness, or poor diet leading to inadequate nutrition and consequently reduced blood perfusion.
2. Pathological Causes
If a diastolic pressure of 59 mmHg persists over a long period, it might indicate underlying conditions such as chronic gastrointestinal bleeding, or diseases including aortic valve stenosis, syringomyelia, or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, all of which can lead to chronically low blood perfusion. Additionally, individuals undergoing long-term peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis are also more likely to experience a diastolic pressure of 59 mmHg.
Patients with a diastolic pressure of 59 mmHg should focus on improving nutritional intake and closely monitor their blood pressure changes in daily life.
