This article will discuss Blood Pressure and the different aspects related to it. We will also discuss some questions related to BP.
Normal Blood Pressure range in humans is defined as the pressure exerted by blood on the walls of blood vessels which results in the heart having to work harder to pump blood all over the body.
Following is the Clinical Interpretation of Normal Blood Pressure Ranges
Causative Mechanism and Indicative Prognosis
A balanced human diet consists of various major nutrients and micro-nutrients
including proteins, carbohydrates, carbs, various minerals and some metal traces. They have to be in a specific amount considered safe for humans. Sometimes
imbalances in this group like excess consumption of which is fats and oily stuff in the form of fatty and oily food result in the deposition of cholesterol throughout the cardiovascular system. Here are some reasons for abnormal blood pressure in the body.
- Deposition of plaque throughout the vascular system results in heart blockage and the heart becomes unable to pump blood to other body parts.
- Subsequently, the diameter of the blood vessels in the body constricts over a long period of time. This results in the heart becoming unable to pump blood throughout the body.
- Healthy and normal blood pressure is a state in which clinically measured blood pressure by a mercury-operated electric or integrated device or machine measures its level at 120 mm Hg in systolic reading (the top number) called systolic blood pressure and 80mm Hg in diastolic pressure called diastolic blood pressure.
- This blood pressure should be in this specific range defined by various reputed and international health organizations like WHO (World Health Organization) and measured through various instruments used to measure the pressure of blood exerting on the arteries of the body.
- Diastolic pressure is the measurement taken on the internal surface of arteries in the body while systolic blood pressure is the measurement taken when the heart contracts(beats).
- When the top number also known as systolic blood pressure progresses towards the higher side i.e. a systolic blood pressure reading of 120mm Hg+ towards the 250-300-350 range which is a clinical condition and should be treated it at its earliest. This is a major problem for elderly citizens who have this condition and suffer greatly because of it. When a lower number also known as diastolic blood pressure progresses towards the lower side i.e. a diastolic blood pressure reading of lower than 80mm Hg that is on 80. 10-20 range which is also a condition but it does not fall under pathogenic conditions. This is also known as low blood pressure. Low blood pressure is caused by certain factors which include deficiency of haemoglobin which results in anaemic conditions. Weakness, fatigue, vertigo, and becoming unconscious are the obvious symptoms of low blood pressure but are not the only factors behind these symptoms and can be caused by other diseases and disorders too but most commonly they are caused by low blood pressure.
Some other conditions like Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) can also cause
symptoms similar to low blood pressure. In this case, it is important to consider doing a visit to a general physician or a specialist.
What are the symptoms of High Blood Pressure?
Here are the symptoms of High Blood Pressure:
- Heart Racing which can sometimes turn into anxiety.
- High blood pressure causes intense discomfort to the affected person.
- Headaches that cause intense pain and discomfort to the person affected.
- The feeling of nausea. It can also cause dry heaving If the person has not eaten enough food.
- Pain in the chest cavity. Localized pain inside the chest cavity focused on the left shoulder side while sometimes also radiating pain in the left hand.
- Aggression to some degree.
- Fainting. The person affected risks hitting vulnerable unprotected body parts like the head and torso.
What are the symptoms of Low Blood Pressure?
Symptoms of Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension):
- Fainting: The person affected risks potentially hitting the ground on close by persons or objects.
- Darkening of the visual field perceived which can result in incorrect motor movements of the body.
- Getting tunnel vision which can cause inebriation to the person affected.
- Losing Consciousness which can result in death easily in extreme cases.
- Intense Vertigo which causes the person to lose balance.
Prognosis
Permanent Treatment with Diet change and a change in lifestyle habits incorporating drugs and various other techniques involving therapies of different types:
- High Blood pressure is treated by a variety of drugs including categories of drugs like Alpha-blockers, Beta Blockers, Calcium Channel Blockers, ACE Inhibitor Diuretics and drugs like Atenolol, Propanolol which is also prescribed for some cases of anxiety where heart racing is a common symptom, Labetalol, Carvedilol, Clonidine, Valsartan, Losartan, Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan and various combinations of these drugs.
- Low blood pressure Is usually caused by anaemic conditions like and deficiency of haemoglobin which causes feelings of fainting, vertigo, loss of vision, loud whistle sound in ears like a loud tinnitus and an overall weaker state. Some drugs like iron provide drug formulations, chewable multi-vitamins can be given to the person affected, various diagnostic tests to find out which nutrients are deficient and which are excess and other factors to determine the first line of treatment.
Conclusion
Blood pressure is the pressure exerted by the blood against the walls of the capillaries. There are various reasons for the condition like constriction of blood vessels, deposition of plaque, hormonal changes, some foods etc. A person should be very cautious about the condition because sometimes this can be fatal. There are various medications, life habits, and foods that can help to solve this condition.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is the pressure exerted by the blood against the walls of the capillaries.
What is normal Blood Pressure?
120/80 mmHg is the normal blood pressure.
What are the symptoms of high BP?
Various symptoms of high BP include heart racing, discomfort, nausea, headache etc.
What are the symptoms of low BP?
Various symptoms of low BP include fainting, vertigo, headache, blurred vision etc.
What is the ICD-10 code for BP Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified BP is I10.9.
