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What are the best times to take your blood pressure?
Blood pressure varies slightly throughout the day, so it's best to take two readings per day at different times. Take your first reading after you wake up, before eating, exercising, or taking any medications. Take your second in the evening before bed. Whatever you choose, be consistent.Blood Pressure Stages
High blood pressure for adults is divided into stages. At each stage, there is a greater risk to your health. A hypertensive crisis, which is measured at 180/120, is a sharp increase of blood pressure that may cause a stroke.| Stages of High Blood Pressure | ||
|---|---|---|
| Systolic | Diastolic | |
| Elevated | 120-129 mm Hg | Less than 80 |
| Stage 1 hypertension | 130-139 mm Hg | 80-89 mm Hg |
| Stage 2 hypertension | 140 mm Hg and up | 90 mm Hg and up |
| Hypertensive crisis | 180 mm Hg and up | 120 mm Hg and up |
Risks and Treatments
A consistent rise in your blood pressure over time comes with an increased risk to your health. Your healthcare provider is likely to respond in these ways:- Elevated: You are likely to develop hypertension unless you take steps to control it. These may include lifestyle changes, such as eating a heart-healthy diet, getting more exercise, and quitting smoking.
- Stage 1 hypertension: Your healthcare provider will probably recommend lifestyle changes. They may also prescribe medication, depending on your risk for cardiovascular disease, heart attack, or stroke.
- Stage 2 hypertension: Your healthcare provider will likely prescribe both medication and lifestyle changes to lower your blood pressure.
- Hypertensive crisis: Seek medical attention right away if your blood pressure is this high. You could experience a heart attack, stroke, or something else that can damage your organs or threaten your life.
