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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.
