A member asked:

I there any relationship between blood pressure and pulse rate, my blood pressure has gone down, but my pulse rate has gone up. normal bp is 120/ 130 over 70, now its 100/60. normal pulse is 68/70 now 85/92 should i be concerned, thanks?

10 doctors weighed in across 6 answers
Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Normally,: when blood pressure rises, heart rate/pulse also rises in response to increased activity demands, stress, etc. However, in the setting of blood loss/decreased blood volume the pressure can fall, and the heart tries to pump more to compensate so heart rate rises. The magnitude of the changes you note is not great, but it is something you should see your doctor about. Good wishes:)

Answered 7/15/2015

2.5k views

Thank
Dr. Carisa Hines answered

Specializes in Palliative Care

Pulse: A normal pulse rate is between 60-100 beats per minute. If you experience any palpitations, no matter what your heart rate, seek medical attention.

Answered 7/15/2015

2.5k views

Thank
Dr. Cynthia Archer answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes. There is.: Cardiovascular physiology is beyond the scope of this forum. Nevertheless I suggest given your gender and she that you see a doctor to have your general health assessed. Regarding blood pressure and heart rate, it is summer. The most common cause of this observation is inadequate hydration in the heat. That said, I would still suggest health, including cardiovascular screening.

Answered 7/15/2015

2.5k views

Thank
Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Please see below: There can be a relationship, depending on the circumstance. On standing up from sitting the systolic BP falls and the diastolic BP and pulse rise: this is normal. Hypertension per say does not affect the pulse rate. Would need to know a lot more information to tell if the above blood pressures or pulse readings are significant. For consultation: http:///www.healthtap.com/dr-lipkin

Answered 7/15/2015

2.5k views

Thank

Pulse and bp: It is normal physiologic compensatory mechanism foe the pulse rate to raise with low blood pressure to meet the needs the of the body. But your numbers are still within normal range, but at your it is better to have it checked out as the pressure usually gets higher not lower with aging.

Answered 8/8/2015

2.5k views

Thank
Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No worries: Your pulse rate is still with in normal rage Bp normalized heart rate may take bit time to settle down ,

Answered 7/30/2015

2.5k views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

What is the indication of normal blood pressure but low pulse rate?

A doctor has provided 1 answer