Q: what is ideal blood pressure?

< or = 130/85: In most cases, "ideal" blood pressure should be < or = 130/85.

Question 1

what causes high systolic and low diastolic blood pressure in a young athletic man?

Accepted Answer

2 causes: Aortic insufficiency or an av fistula can cause this type of abnormal physiology. You should see a cardiologist.

Question 2

which blood pressure meds cause e.d.?

Accepted Answer

BP meds & ED: First of all, high bp, especially high systolic bp, is not good for your erectile function. If you are older, this is especially so. Diuretics such as hydrochlorothiazide and spironolatone as well as beta-blockers such as atenolol can cause erection problems. There are some BP meds that may help you with erectile function, including arbs such as losartan and Alpha blockers such as doxazosin.

Question 3

blood pressure is 205/111. should i go to e.r.?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you checked this pressure twice, once on each arm and this is the reading, then go to er asap. 110 diastolic at your age is hypertensive urgency/emergency. You could develop a stroke or heart attack.

Question 4

what blood pressure med is least likely to cause e.d.?

Accepted Answer

Depends on you: An erection relies on blood flow and pressure, thus all blood pressure medications can in theory cause ed.However, the beta blocker family has been the most notorious for causing these issues, but it is also one of the classes of pressure medications which contributes to the health of the heart.  Even within the class, there are variations. Talk to your physician about your concerns to try options.

Question 5

i just took my husbands blood pressure and it is 159 over94 he  is 55 never had blood pressure problems before what is to high? when should he go to e

Accepted Answer

Normal is up to 130: Normal blood pressure is different in different individuals, but the norm is that the upper should not be higher than 130, and lowe not higher than 80. Your husband 's pressure is high, but not an emergency now, must see his doctor soon to recheck and discuss treatment.

Question 6

is vision connected to blood pressure -- i.e. if i lower my blood pressure, might my vision improve ?

Accepted Answer

Not usually, unless: Your vision is only affected by extremely high blood pressure, when the effects of high BP affect the retinal vasculature ;/or optic nerve (malignant hypertension). Furthermore retinal blood vessels can be blocked causing loss of vision. Too low of BP usually causes people to feel faint ; pass out. Too low of BP has been thought to contribute to worsening of optic nerve blood flow. Goal bp: 115/70.

Question 7

do e cigarrettes cause high blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Not "cause": In reality we do not KNOW the true cause of high blood pressure. We do know many things that will drive it up in a predisposed individual. Considering about 30% of population has HTN, it is fairly common. Smoking and/or any act that stresses the body or mind can drive BP up in someone wo already has HTN or is genetically "ripe" to develop  HTN

Question 8

i tested positive twice for covid19 what could be the reason- i thought after 14 days isolation i would be fine  - i also ha e blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

COVID-19 Positive x2: Data on COVID-19 is limited, but other coronaviruses have never been observed to have viral reactivation.  For individuals who test positive twice it is more likely that either the virus never left their system or that the test is picking up remnants of inactive viral particles.  It could also be a false positive test.  Isolation recommended for 10 days after symptom onset AND 3 days symptom free.

Question 9

my blood pressure increase?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Salt in your diet. Normal fluctuation. Were you totally at rest when it was measured? Was your arm at heart-height? Is your cuff accurate? Are there foods interfering with your medications (if you're on any?)  have you gained weight? Are you on any new med?  Are you stressed?  Have you slept well? If none of the above, just treat it and get it down to normal to reduce your risks.

Question 10

what is ideal blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

< or = 130/85: In most cases, "ideal" blood pressure should be < or = 130/85.

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Blood pressure is 205/111. should i go to e.r.?

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What blood pressure med is least likely to cause e.d.?

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I just took my husbands blood pressure and it is 159 over94 he is 55 never had blood pressure problems before what is to high? when should he go to e

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Is vision connected to blood pressure -- i.e. if i lower my blood pressure, might my vision improve ?

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Do e cigarrettes cause high blood pressure?

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I tested positive twice for covid19 what could be the reason- i thought after 14 days isolation i would be fine - i also ha e blood pressure?

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