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What is a normal pulse pressure ? what is to narrow and what is to wide? sometimes my pp is 25-35 and sometimes its 45-65. 25-35 standing and 45-65 llying down.

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See below: The difference between systolic and diastolic BP is called pulse pressure. The normal range is between 30 - 60 mm. It can be widened for example in dehydration and certain valvular and muscle diseases of heart and also in senior citizen.

Answered 2/24/2018

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High pulse pressure: 40 is okay .Anything more is to be concerned. And should get the cardiologist or internist check heart. If it is persistently high . Usually associated with ware hammer pulse. Consult if stays high.

Answered 5/31/2017

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