What is the normal blood pressure range?
Disease description:
Yesterday, I suddenly fainted while on a business trip with a colleague. Later, the doctor said it was caused by low blood pressure. May I ask what blood pressure range is considered normal?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xin
Blood pressure, as an important indicator for assessing cardiovascular health, plays a vital role in maintaining normal bodily functions. Generally speaking, normal blood pressure should meet the following criteria:
1. Systolic pressure: In healthy adults, it should be maintained between 90-139 mmHg. This range represents the maximum pressure exerted on the blood vessel walls when the heart contracts.
2. Diastolic pressure: In healthy adults, it should be maintained between 60-89 mmHg. This reflects the pressure within the blood vessels when the heart is in a relaxed state.
3. Comprehensive evaluation: Blood pressure should be interpreted by considering both systolic and diastolic values. Blood pressure may fluctuate with factors such as age, gender, and body weight, but overall should remain within the aforementioned ranges.
If a patient's self-measured blood pressure consistently exceeds the normal range or if symptoms such as dizziness and palpitations occur, timely medical attention is recommended.
