Is diastolic 55 too low?

Is diastolic 55 too low?

A diastolic blood pressure reading of 50 mm Hg is too low. Once your diastolic number goes below 60 mm Hg, it can make you dizzy or lightheaded and consistently low diastolic blood pressure can lead to heart disease. Yes, a diastolic blood pressure reading of 50 mm Hg is too low.

What does a low diastolic reading indicate?

Heart tissue damage and heart disease Researchers have found a link between low diastolic blood pressure and heart damage. A 2016 study that lasted more than 3 decades and involved more than 11,000 people found that a diastolic blood pressure below 60 mm Hg is dangerous.

What does high diastolic BP indicate?

A: A high diastolic blood pressure (80 mm Hg or higher) that stays high over time means you have high blood pressure, or hypertension, even when systolic blood pressure is normal. Causes of diastolic high blood pressure include both lifestyle factors and genetics, but the disease is multifactorial.

What level of blood pressure is stroke level?

A hypertensive crisis is a severe increase in blood pressure that can lead to a stroke. Extremely high blood pressure — a top number (systolic pressure) of 180 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) or higher or a bottom number (diastolic pressure) of 120 mm Hg or higher — can damage blood vessels.

When is low blood pressure an emergency?

If you have low blood pressure and begin to experience symptoms like cold, clammy, blue skin, rapid or shallow breathing, heart palpitations or chest pain, confusion, or loss of consciousness, you may need medical attention. Seek emergency care immediately.

At what BP are you at risk for stroke?

Blood pressure of 140/90 or higher can damage blood vessels (arteries) that supply blood to the brain. Heart disease. Heart disease is the second most important risk factor for stroke, and the major cause of death among survivors of stroke.