What are the risks of diastolic blood pressure below 60, and how to manage it?
Feb 28, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Man
Introduction
A diastolic blood pressure below 60 refers to a diastolic pressure lower than 60 mmHg. Such low diastolic pressure may cause damage to vital organs including the heart, brain, and kidneys. Targeted treatment should be administered based on the underlying cause, and diastolic pressure can be increased through adequate rest, dietary adjustments, and medication. Prompt therapeutic measures are necessary, and drugs such as epinephrine may be administered as needed.
Diastolic blood pressure below 60 refers to a diastolic pressure lower than 60 mmHg. A diastolic pressure under 60 mmHg may cause damage to vital organs such as the heart, brain, and kidneys. Targeted treatment based on the underlying cause is necessary, and diastolic pressure can be increased through adequate rest, dietary adjustments, and medication.
1. Get plenty of rest
If diastolic blood pressure falls below 60 mmHg, it may lead to insufficient blood supply to internal organs, causing symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, and general weakness. In such cases, getting sufficient rest is important. If low diastolic pressure is not caused by an underlying disease, and if the pressure remains above 60 mmHg without any discomfort, it is generally considered normal.
2. Dietary adjustment
A diastolic pressure below 60 mmHg is a symptom of hypotension. When signs of low blood pressure appear, check first for conditions such as anemia, hypothyroidism, or malnutrition that might be contributing factors. Maintaining healthy lifestyle habits is key to managing low diastolic pressure. Diet-wise, focus on high-protein, nutrient-rich foods. Regular physical exercise in daily life may also help raise blood pressure.
3. Medication management
Excessively low diastolic pressure can result in inadequate blood flow throughout the body, leading to dizziness, palpitations, limb weakness, and memory decline. For patients with diastolic pressure below 60 mmHg, doctors may prescribe lipid-lowering medications such as atorvastatin tablets or rosuvastatin tablets. If necessary, pressor agents such as fludrocortisone tablets or ritalin tablets may be administered under medical supervision.
In addition, if extremely low diastolic pressure is caused by shock or similar conditions, prompt treatment measures should be taken, including administration of drugs such as epinephrine.
