For anyone, low blood pressure can aggravate their physical condition, even if it has no obvious signs.
And in such cases, it is important to understand how low pressure can be determined and how it can be raised.
When measuring pressure, two indicators are always obtained: the highest indicator is called systolic, the smallest is called diastolic.
A difference of 30-40 units is considered normal between them. In this case, the norm for systolic pressure is from 110 to 130, and for diastolic pressure - 60-90. In other cases, the doctor may diagnose arterial hypertension.
When the pressure drops below 50 mmHg, we can talk about the obvious presence of some disease that worsens the state of health. At this level of blood pressure, a person may complain of headaches, dizziness, weakness, nausea, and may experience fainting attacks. If a person experiences similar symptoms, it is recommended to measure their blood pressure.
In some people, low blood pressure is a natural physiological state. In such cases, we are talking about individual characteristics caused by genetic factors. But even in this case, you should not ignore your pressure, and sometimes you should even pay closer attention to it.
Is this pressure normal?
If we talk about specific pressure indicators of 130/50, then the upper pressure bar is a normal value and does not indicate any violations. The lower bar, with an indicator equal to 50, cannot be considered normal. This is a low indicator, indicating serious pathologies in humans. Moreover, this level of diastolic blood pressure is considered a deviation from the norm not only for adults, but also for adolescents.
If after measurement the decrease in diastolic pressure continues, then specialized medical care in a hospital facility is required.
If at the same time the systolic pressure does not change, then a significant difference is obtained between the two pressure levels. Such a sharp drop can cause diastolic hypertension and provoke other serious diseases.
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If a person experiences such a condition, then it is necessary to consult a cardiologist who can correctly assess the condition and diagnose the causes that caused it, including prescribing the necessary treatment.
Possible complications of pathology
If the pressure of 130 to 60 is unstable, then no pronounced pathological changes occur. However, with long-term and constant detection of values, it is necessary to consult a therapist or cardiologist. The most common complications of a high pulse difference are:
- Increased risk of developing emergency cardiac pathologies and cerebrovascular accidents.
- Intensive decrease in the tone and elasticity of the arteries.
- Disorders of kidney and liver function.
- Dysregulation of the nervous system.
How does a person feel?
Having such pressure, a person may experience certain unpleasant sensations:
- extremities are usually very cold compared to the rest of the body;
- a feeling of nausea or vomiting may occur;
- the person may experience panic attacks or anxiety;
- general weakness and cold sweat;
- dizziness occurs, and the person may also experience severe headaches;
- periodic pain in the chest, a feeling of compression of the heart;
- a person is also subject to mood swings and experiences a feeling of depression.
In this case, it is necessary to take the pulse, which can be a quick way to diagnose the condition. If, with reduced pressure, the pulse quickens and exceeds 80 beats per minute, then the cause of the decrease in pressure may be a malfunction of the endocrine system.
If the cause of increased heart rate was heavy physical work, then this condition cannot be clearly attributed to pathological causes. Sometimes it is enough to take a short break for the condition to improve. The best way to do this is to lie down.
Consequences
It is very important to realize that the pressure, which is stably kept within the readings of 130/50 mm Hg. Art., leads to undesirable consequences, entailing complications such as blood stagnation. This, in turn, leads to one of the serious dysfunctions: oxygen starvation of brain cells.
Coronary pathologies are a consequence of increased blood circulation and increased blood pressure. The risks of stroke and heart attack increase significantly.
In an elderly person with constant blood pressure levels of 130/50 mmHg. a disorder of the central nervous system may develop, expressed in short-term memory loss, and subsequently leading to a total loss of this brain function. Thus, due to the occurrence of the above destructive manifestations, the quality of a person’s daily life drops significantly: restrictions arise in the choice of work, gastronomic preferences, sleep and wakefulness.
Causes
The causes of this condition can be various factors.
At the same time, doctors name among the main reasons that provoke a decrease in pressure to 130/50:
- various heart defects;
- atherosclerosis, which is more common in older people;
- kidney disorders, in which a larger amount of renin is formed;
- disorders of the thyroid gland, which can provoke various hormonal disorders;
- myocardial infarction;
- rehabilitation period after the operation;
- poisonings that cause general intoxication of the body;
- allergic reactions of various etiologies;
- disorders of the adrenal glands;
- malignant neoplasms;
- post-shock conditions;
- significant loss of blood volume;
- great physical activity;
- vegetative-vascular dystonia.
If a decrease in blood pressure occurs frequently and does not return to normal over a long period of time, consultation with a specialist is necessary.
Features of indicators 130/60 in an elderly person
In people over 60 years of age, arterial hypertension is predominantly detected, in which there is an increase in systole and diastole. Therefore, the upper value of the tonometer is 130 mm Hg. Art. is the norm, but the lower one is 60 mm Hg. Art. – refers to a pathological sign. In this condition, the use of antihypertensive drugs is contraindicated, since a parallel decrease in both parameters occurs, as a result of which the course of the pathology is aggravated. The use of hypertensive drugs is also not recommended, since along with an increase in diastole, systole numbers increase.
In the elderly, there is an imbalance in the daily regulation of blood pressure. Changes in parameters are observed at night and in the morning. During this period, the patient experiences weakness, dizziness, and pain in the chest area.
When determining high pulse pressure in old age, you should consult a cardiologist, since in this mode the myocardium experiences excessive stress, which can lead to a heart attack.
How to normalize
With a pressure of 130/50, it is not recommended to self-medicate; it is better to consult a doctor so that he can prescribe a set of procedures to establish a diagnosis and identify the causes causing a decrease in pressure.
The following rules can be given as recommendations to help keep blood pressure in a normal state:
- adequate sleep with normal duration (7-8 hours);
- giving up bad habits, especially smoking;
- regular light physical activity - walking, morning exercises;
- It is recommended to avoid stress, since any emotional overload has a bad effect on the condition of blood vessels and the heart;
- proper nutrition including plenty of vegetables and fruits.
And even if you suspect a decrease in blood pressure, you should not measure your blood pressure too often. It is enough to carry out this procedure once a day at the same time to control its level. Outside of such a schedule, blood pressure measurements can be taken only if a significant deterioration in the condition is felt. And if during regular measurements there is a large difference between systolic and diastolic pressure, then you need to consult a doctor.
Therapy with a doctor
The doctor, after conducting examinations and establishing the exact cause of such pressure, can prescribe treatment, which is completely determined by the underlying disease, against the background of which blood pressure decreases. In this case, the doctor may recommend medications that will help keep the blood pressure normal.
Most often, drug treatment is complex and includes the following groups of drugs:
- drugs for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases;
- drugs aimed at improving blood circulation;
- vitamin complexes;
- medications to help relieve specific symptoms, such as vomiting or headaches.
In any case, the prescription of drugs should be carried out by a specialist, and as first aid in case of a sharp deterioration, you need to use exactly those medications that the doctor prescribed, and you can also put the patient to bed and immediately call an ambulance.
Folk remedies
The most popular are ginseng and hawthorn, which strengthen the myocardium and vascular wall, control arterial tone, stimulate metabolic processes, but they also require consultation with a specialist. In addition, mulberry or mulberry is used, which, due to the high concentration of essential oils, improves blood circulation and prevents the development of anemia. Grapefruit juice and the fruit itself are an excellent antioxidant that can rejuvenate cells by removing free radicals. In addition, grapefruit has anti-cholesterol properties.
Strawberry leaf tea or fresh berries stimulate tissue regeneration. Honey with walnuts, kefir with ground cinnamon gently lower blood pressure and balance the cardiovascular system.
Home treatment
As for home recommendations on what to do with a blood pressure of 130/50, you need to remember the following:
- If a person suddenly becomes ill, but this is the first time he has experienced such a condition, then the first thing he needs to do is put him to bed and let him rest. In this case, it is necessary to control its pressure. If the situation does not improve, then it is better to call an ambulance.
- If this happens to a person periodically, then a doctor’s consultation is necessary to determine the exact reasons.
- If the underlying disease causing the decrease in blood pressure is known, then it is enough to follow the doctor’s recommendations and give the person the necessary medications.
In any case, home treatment should be based on an accurate diagnosis and consultation with a specialist.
Without this, it can be dangerous to engage in treatment and take various drugs according to traditional recipes. Such self-medication can cause serious harm to the body and even have fatal consequences for a person.
Features of treatment
The main rule is treatment of the underlying disease, since in most cases the pathology is latent and even when symptoms appear does not require emergency help (but always becomes a reason for medical consultation!). In the treatment of diseases that provoke the anomaly, an individual drug regimen is used, if one has already been developed by a doctor. In this case the following is used:
- diuretics: Diacarb, Lasix, Spironolactone;
- beta blockers: Concor, Betalok, Propanol (they are indicated for tachycardia);
- calcium channel blockers: Norvasc, Farmadipine, Amlodipine;
- potassium and magnesium preparations: Panangin, Asparkam, Aspangin;
In all other cases, with blood pressure 130/60 (130/50 or 70), you need to consult a doctor in order to prescribe adequate therapy. Heart defects may require surgery.
