I have been monitoring my blood pressure at home for the past week and have observed that it is persistently low. Today's recording was 72/41. Should I be concerned? Any response would be greatly appreciated.
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Thank you to everyone who replied, your advice was gratefully received. As regards to the monitor, it shows no sign of being defective. My parents have been monitoring their blood pressure with normal, albeit slightly elevated readings. I have been taking my blood pressure as according to the instructions and use an appropriately sized cuff. My daily fluid intake is approximately 1.75l. I am 21 years old, maintain a healthy body weight and take moderate exercise. A recent test ascertained normal levels of cortisol over a 12hr period, excluding Addison’s disease as a potential cause of hypotension. My resting heart rate averages at 50bpm (with a range of 45 to 65bpm). I experience multiple symptoms which include lightheadedness, visual disturbances, memory loss and fatigue; however, these complaints are not of recent onset.
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Your blood pressure is low, although there may be a number of reasons, - other medical conditions, any medication you are on can all make a difference to your blood pressure, as can stress/anxiety. Perhaps you should call NHS 111 to ask their advice
Do you have someone there that you can test your machine on to see if it works correctly?
Do not cross your legs. The holter must be at the same level as your heart. The holter must be 1 finger above the bend of your arm. Batteries that are almost flat can give low readings before switching off.
Drink at least 8 glasses of water per day or 1,8 litres. The 1,8 litres include milk, juice, coffee etc. This will increase blood volume and hence blood pressure.
The amount is irelevant. Just enough to replace fluids is fine and could be anything between 1,2 litres to 3,7 litres depending on where you live. In the UK, 1,2 litres is adequate.
Everybody has to replace lost fluids. I am not assuming anything. Merely pointing out one factor that can influence BP. Even NHS 111 will recommend to hydrate to increase BP a little.
But it depends on whether they have heart failure or not and other factors such as kidney disease. None of which we know. It is always best to avoid giving specific advice. For example just saying that they should consider their fluid intake and whether it is enough would be more appropriate 🙂
Regarding BP, as most of us know, normal is not always the same for everyone. If your BP was always higher then that would prob be classed as low BP - for you.
My BP is similar to SpiritoftheFloyd 's ~95/~55, this is normal for me.
Your blood pressure is low and at that pressure might cause you to feel quite, quite dizzy when you get up a tad quicker than usual and that’s not good. Sometimes other medication can do this. Are you able to contact a member of your Heart Team? If not, would suggest you ring your surgery or NHS helpline - 111. Good luck, hope you get it sorted. 🙏
That looks really low. How accurate is your BP monitor? My Gp told me not to use the wrist ones as they can be inaccurate so I use the upper arm one. I would do an online consultation with my GP or phone 111 for further advice.
I feel ghastly when my systolic is below 90 so I am not surprised that you don’t feel well. As others have said though your machine might not be accurate. I pass out with a systolic below 84.
Thank you to everyone who replied, your advice was gratefully received. As regards to the monitor, it shows no sign of being defective. My parents have been monitoring their blood pressure with normal, albeit slightly elevated readings. I have been taking my blood pressure as according to the instructions and use an appropriately sized cuff. My daily fluid intake is approximately 1.75l. I am 21 years old, maintain a healthy body weight and take moderate exercise. A recent test ascertained normal levels of cortisol over a 12hr period, excluding Addison’s disease as a potential cause of hypotension. My resting heart rate averages at 50bpm (with a range of 45 - 65bpm). I experience multiple symptoms which includes light-headedness, visual disturbances, memory loss and fatigue; however, these complaints are not of recent onset.
Phone your doctor for a telephone appointment . People on this site can give inaccurate information. Take a few readings to give to your dr over the phone. Good luck.
Your blood pressure is low and u need to contact gp ASAP or relevant health care professional although some people have a low blood pressure and doesn’t effect them the fact you have on going symptoms would suggest there is something going on please just go and get checked! Can I just ask what are your normal readings for you? Ideally your blood pressure should be above 90/60 which is classed as the “normal”. It could just be medication dropping your blood pressure which just may need altering but you need to get seen!
Hi Capybara that b/p is low, are you on beta blockers as they slow your heart. Dizziness and fatigue are good friends with low b/p too. Maybe you need to check in with your doc. Good luck.
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