Normal blood pressure is between 90/60 and 130/80 The top number, or systolic pressure, is a measurement of the pressure in the arteries when the heart muscle contracts The bottom number, or diastolic pressure, is a measurement of the pressure in the arteries between beats of the heart Hypotension, or low blood pressure, happens when yourIn severe cases, low blood pressure can be lifethreatening A blood pressure reading lower than 90 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) for the top number (systolic) or 60 mm Hg for the bottom number (diastolic) is generally considered low blood pressure The causes of low blood pressure can range from dehydration to serious medical disordersA blood pressure reading of 90/60 mm Hg (or lower) is considered low blood pressure Low blood pressure may be a sign of an underlying condition, so your doctor will try to determine what caused your blood pressure to drop
Understanding Blood Pressure Readings American Heart Association
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