What causes a diastolic blood pressure of 94 mmHg, and how to address it?
Mar 28, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
A diastolic blood pressure of 94 mmHg may be caused by factors such as excessive tension, hypertension, or angina. Prolonged physical fatigue or mental stress can affect the measurement results. Hypertension is primarily due to a sustained increase in pressure exerted on the blood vessel walls by circulating blood. It cannot be ruled out that conditions such as atherosclerosis may also contribute to this elevation.
Low pressure usually refers to diastolic pressure. A diastolic pressure of 94 mmHg may be caused by physiological factors, but pathological causes such as hypertension or angina pectoris cannot be ruled out. The specific details are as follows:
1. Physiological Causes
When a person experiences prolonged physical exhaustion or excessive mental stress, blood pressure measurements may be affected, resulting in a diastolic pressure reading of 94 mmHg. In such cases, resting adequately and re-measuring blood pressure typically shows values returning to normal.
2. Pathological Causes
1) Hypertension
Hypertension is primarily caused by persistently elevated pressure exerted by blood flow on the walls of blood vessels. It manifests as increased blood pressure, dizziness, fatigue, and other symptoms. As directed by a physician, the condition can be managed with antihypertensive medications such as furosemide tablets, hydrochlorothiazide tablets, or indapamide tablets.
2) Angina Pectoris
This condition is mainly caused by insufficient blood supply from the coronary arteries, presenting symptoms such as elevated blood pressure, chest discomfort, and chest pain. Treatment under medical guidance may include nitroglycerin tablets, suxiao jiuxin pills, or aspirin tablets. These medications help dilate blood vessels and prevent thrombosis.
In addition to the above causes, coronary artery atherosclerotic heart disease may also be a possible factor. Patients are advised to seek timely medical attention when experiencing symptoms to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.
