Is 142 85 A good blood pressure?

Is 142 85 A good blood pressure?

They’re both measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg). As a general guide: high blood pressure is considered to be 140/90mmHg or higher (or 150/90mmHg or higher if you’re over the age of 80) ideal blood pressure is usually considered to be between 90/60mmHg and 120/80mmHg.

What should a 23 year old male blood pressure be?

Normal blood pressure: Lower than 120/80 mmHg. Elevated blood pressure: Between 120-129/80 mmHg. High blood pressure, stage 1: Between 130-139/80-90 mmHg. High blood pressure, stage 2: 140/90 mmHg or higher.

Is 140 over 85 A bad blood pressure?

Normal blood pressure is 120/80 or below, and hypertension is defined as 140/90 or higher.

Why would a 23 year old male have high blood pressure?

The cause of essential hypertension is unknown, although lifestyle factors such as obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and excessive alcohol or salt intake contribute to the condition. In secondary hypertension, the cause may be kidney disease; hormonal imbalance; or drugs, including cocaine or alcohol.

Is blood pressure 142 high?

Normal pressure is 120/80 or lower. Your blood pressure is considered high (stage 1) if it reads 130/80. Stage 2 high blood pressure is 140/90 or higher. If you get a blood pressure reading of 180/110 or higher more than once, seek medical treatment right away.

Is 140/90 blood pressure too high?

Does drinking cause high BP?

Drinking too much alcohol can raise blood pressure to unhealthy levels. Having more than three drinks in one sitting temporarily raises your blood pressure, but repeated binge drinking can lead to long-term increases.

What does blood pressure 142 83 mean?

Blood pressure of 120/80 or above is considered elevated; 130/80 to 139/89 is now considered Stage 1 hypertension and anything 140/90 or above will be considered stage 2 hypertension.

What if your blood pressure is 142 90?