Blood Pressure Too Low

Question: Can blood pressure meds lower your blood pressure too low? I was put on blood pressure med at the doc the other day. My blood pressure was averaging 140/90ish. I took the first pill yesterday and when i took my blood pressure today before taking the meds it was 116/79. I haven't take the meds yet because i was kinda worried that if i took it then my BP would drop low.

Answer: Yes, they can but yours of 116/79 is not too low. Normal BP ranges from 90/60 to 120/80. The lower it is up to 90/60 without any symptoms like dizziness, nausea, feeling faint the better for you. I see no reason to stop your BP pills at this point. Just keep hydrated and take your pills. A lot of reasons people have low pressure is lack of fluids (water) so keep hydrated and take your meds.

Question: Does having a too low blood pressure just as dangerous having a too high blood pressure? And what happens if your blood pressure is too low? What happens likewise if you have a too high pressure?

Answer: It depends on what you consider too low. Many people can function very well with low blood pressures. If it gives you severe dizziness or fainting, then it needs to be treated. With high blood pressure, you can get dizziness and headaches and if left untreated, can lead to strokes which can cause permanent damage to your brain and body. And, untreated high blood pressure causes damage to the lining of your vessels which cannot be repaired. High blood pressure always needs treated to prevent future damage. Normal blood pressure should be UNDER 120/80.

Question: Is my blood pressure too low? I'm 14, 110 pounds, 5'4" I have always had kind of low blood pressure, and I just checked it today it was 97 over 59. Is this too low? I have been getting a weird chest pain every once in awhile..I think thats one of the symptoms. Please help.

Answer: You sound like the picture of health. Except for the chest pain--probably oughta have that checked out. Unless you think its anxiety because you've got yourself worked up about the blood pressure.

Question: When is blood pressure considered too low? I am pretty sure that my blood pressure is too low. Last night it was 89/48. Is this too low and hat causes low blood pressure?

Answer: It's true that low blood pressure is not always a bad sign. If your blood pressure has always been low, don't worry too much about it. However, if your blood pressure has decreased recently, you should be concerned. Talk to your doctor though, because there can be multiple causes.

Question: Is there such a thing as blood pressure being too low? I take medicine to lower my blood pressure. Can it get too low? How low is too low? I'm tired all the time; can this be from low blood pressure.67/42, 61/45, 71/50, usually within this range.

Answer: Yes it can get too low. There is a medical condition called neurocardiogenic syncope. I know, I have it. It is diaganosed with a tilt table test. It can cause fainting, tiredness, and in some people like me seizure like activity, and when low enough it is hard to tell if dead or alive. Mine has been so low a blood pressure cuff at the e.r. could not register a bottom number. It makes you feel awful. There are several support groups on the internet. This is a life altering condition. Please watch your pulse rate also. If I can help let me know.

Question: When is low blood pressure considered too low? I've always have low blood pressure and the typical 120/80 is high for me. On average, my BP is about 92/45. I feel fine, health-wise. I'm a bit worried though that my blood pressure is TOO low (45, when it's supposed to be 80). Is this something I should tell my doctor? Or is it okay since I feel perfectly healthy? I'm between the ages of 18-21, and am female, if that matters.

Answer: Unless you are experiencing dizziness, lightheadedness or seizures, there is nothing to worry about in regards to a lower than normal blood pressure. A normal blood pressure is BELOW 120/80 not at 120/80. I run low too, right around your average. It is much more desirable than having high blood pressure :)

Question: When is blood pressure too low? When is blood pressure too low? I just took my BP standing up and it was 88/66. Sitting it's 100/70. My heart rate is also higher than usual at 116 at rest (it's usually 50's or 60's). I'm not on any type of drugs or alcohol... I should also mention that I have a headache and feel lightheaded when I stand up; and I feel warm.

Answer: Normal blood pressure reading is an average of 120/80. 140/90 is borderline and can be regulated with just an adjustment in your diet, while above has to be treated by a health provider. Below 100/80 is considered low and will result in dizzy spells and if left untreated will lead up to frequent block outs. In most cases low blood pressure is as a result of under eating, dehydration or deficiency in certain nutrients (anemia). However in less common cases it is as a result of some other underlining health problems. The following link will give you some advise you may use in an effort to normalize your blood pressure. http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AvQApTqrQWgYbEI7s_3zDa_ty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20090408173726AAcmSrM&show=7#profile-info-NBdFo70kaa Average heart rate for male should be 70 bpm and 75 bpm for female. There are a number of factors inclusive of genetics, fitness and age that will determine a normal variation in these readings. I think however that you should speak with your doctor about that.

Question: Is my blood pressure too low? Its 108 over 62? I always have low blood pressure but is this too low? I feel drowsy and awkward a lot... Its from the blood pressure I think. Is it too low? Im around 53kg, almost 5 foot 3, 17 yr old girl.

Answer: Funny enough your reading is close to that of an athlete! no joke! There are a host of reasons why someone would feel drowsy, sluggish, awkward, for example depression, inadequate diet, lack of or too much sleep. Try to take a holistic approach to your health, looking at all aspects of your self/life style, physiologically, psychologically and biologically(food intake, supplements, too much sleeping tablets, exercise and so on). If you are concerned about your well being to the point that it is affecting your daily function then do consult with your general practitioner.

Question: is my blood pressure too low? my blood pressure is 108/60. i am a thirteen year old girl. I get dizzy often and i think its from the low blood pressure. is it too low?

Answer: no, its fine

Question: diovan hct seems to lower my blood pressure too low when I take the entire pill.? So I take half of the pill and my blood pressure still stays around 106/63 & I feel weird.

Answer: YOU MAY NOT NEED TO EVEN TAKE THAT. SEEMS AS IF YOUR HYPERTENSION IS GOOD. 106/63 IS NORMAL . YOU DON'T WANT IT TO GO ANY LOWER, YOU WIL GET HEADACHES AND BE VERY LIGHT HEADED AND PROBABLY WONT HAVE ANY ENERGY. YOU NEED TO SPEAK WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN OR NURSE AND FIND OUT IF YOU MEDS ARE NEEDED.

Question: Is 72/56 blood pressure too low? I've always been told that I have low blood pressure, but a nurse today freaked me out and told me that it is very dangerous. It has dropped as low as 68/49 during my labor with my third child....but I felt fine, other than the pain of giving birth! How low is too low? When should I be scared? It said 72 / 56. This means 72 over 56. 72 being the top number and 56 being the bottom number. Not 156!

Answer: YES. but no worries, HIGH blood pressure is fatal plz answer mine =) http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090805184458AAumteL

Question: Heart rate and blood pressure too low? I checked at a store and so did my husband. His was in line with what it has always been, which was borderline high. Mine has always been a bit low (I have orthostatic hypotension) but to have it be 96/something and then bp 56 was strange. If I am correct, when a person has this condition, the bp should drop right when they stand up, not when they have been walking around a store. At that point, the pulse rate would go up, not down. And 56?? The only time I know of that it ever went down to such a number was once when I took a tranquilizer. Could this mean any of the following-- a) I was about to faint for whatever reason, b) my metabolism is very slow and I am therefore very efficient at storing fat and would thus have a very hard time burning off any, c) my heart is in good shape b/c it has to beat less, d) I am in bad physical health and/or my heart is not in good shape.

Answer: Blood pressures change all the time: you are right, they can change with changes in position {standing, sitting}, and sometimes the heart rate can change corespondingly. If an MD has told you you have postural hypotension, then perhaps you should be careful about changing from lying to standing, etc. Do it slowly, and should you feel dizzy or "like fainting" after standing...lie back down or put your head beneath your knees level until you feel better. Otherwise, QUIT TRIPPING ABOUT YOUR BP! Take meds as your MD advises, and follow all your MD's other instructions as well...but don't let your BP numbers tell you how you feel! When it comes to symptoms such as dizzyness, or chest pain, or shortness of breath, or feeling feint...let those feelings guide you as to what to do...in other words, wouldn't it be silly to say "I feel great but my Blood Pressure says I better faint?" Do pay attention to your Blood Pressure and health in general of course...but do not cause yourself undue anxiety over numbers that might not have been accurate in the first place. Hope you and your husband are doing well.

Question: What happemce if the blood pressure is too low or too high? And how does the brain and kindneys control the blood pressure ? If the blood pressure is too low what will happen? Also what does kindneys do if you have too much sugar or saluts or not enough ?

Answer: If it is to low you could pass out. When it gets to high you could suffer from a stroke or heart attack If there is way to much sugar in your blood:the kidneys brake down fat cells into water and byproducts toi rinse out the sugar:your pee will smell like polish remover. And you will get thirsty if you have to much salt in your blood:your body forces you to drink and your kidneys get rid of it by peeing a lot more then you are used to. Colors

Question: Is My Blood Pressure Too Low? I have some concern about my blood pressure. When i Sit up my blood pressure runs at about 105/60-65 but when i lay down and take it, it runs at about 88/45. I am 23 years old and a female. Is this anything to be concerned about? What could this mean? I thought it was too low?!?!

Answer: it should increase when you are supine...are you sure you are taking it right?

Question: Blood Pressure - how low is too low? I know this much information (below). But, how low is too low? I know that low is different for everyone, but... A girl at work has always got something wrong with her (hypochondriac, or something!) Anyhow, not like I'll say anything to her - but I hate listening to the problems all day long. She's got 89/40 for blood pressure - or so she says. She tells everyone how dangerous this is, and blah blah blah. Never shuts up about her life or death problems. You should hear this woman! I've had really low blood pressure too in the past, but I can't remember what it was. My question is: How low is too low? Is she rightfully bitching this time, or has she got low blood pressure, but nothing to be that excited over? Like I said - can't say anything to her - but I might stop rolling my eyes if it were really a true problem. Just curious - thanks! Low <89 / <50 Normal <120 / <80 Prehypertension 120–139 / 80–89 Hypertension mild 140–159 / 90–99 moderate 160–179 / 100–109 severe >180 / >110 Isolated systolic hypertension >140 / <90

Answer: If her BP was 89/40 she would be diaphoretic. That's medical jargon for the symptoms she would be having as a result of shock. She would be sweating like a hooker in church, she would be super dizzy and likely unconscious. I know exactly what it's like to have your bp at this level...happened to me. I also deal with it a lot at work, I'm an EMT. She's likely full 'O' doo doo.

Question: Is my blood pressure too low? (I'm 13)? Well my mum and my grandma both had low blood pressure, so I wouldn't be surprised. It's, SYS:116 DIA: 74 PULSE: 75 First the SYS was, like 106, then it was in the 90s, but it raised up a bit now. Is it too low for a 13 year old girl?

Answer: No, you are fine.