Everyone knows what indicator doctors measure when they conduct an initial examination of a patient. This is blood pressure. It is this indicator that serves as one of the main symptoms of any deviations in the state of he alth. Yes, for each person in different situations, the pressure changes, and therefore the pressure of 135 to 80 can both serve as a sign of a malfunction in well-being, and be the norm for a particular person.
Two indicators of he alth
The circulatory system is the main transport channel through which a multicomponent fluid circulates, carrying all substances important for the functionality of organs and systems. One of the indicators of the correct operation of this system branched throughout the body is blood pressure, or, in medical terms, blood pressure. It is determined by the volume of blood that passes through the heart for a specific period of time, and the resistance provided by the walls of blood vessels.
As everyone knows from the school anatomy course of the bodyhuman, blood moves through the bloodstream due to contractions of the heart muscle. This means that the maximum value of blood pressure will be at the exit from the left ventricle of the heart, and the lowest - in the right atrium. It is noteworthy that the blood pressure on the vessels at the outlet of the heart and in large arteries remains practically unchanged - it decreases by 5-10 mm Hg. Art. It is also practically stable during the passage of blood flow through the veins and in the right atrium. But the change in the force with which blood acts on the walls of blood vessels occurs in the small vessels of the circulatory system - in arterioles, venules and capillaries, where blood gives off useful substances, taking everything unnecessary to be sent for disposal.
The blood pressure at the outlet of the heart is called systolic, colloquially - the top. It is determined by the force with which the heart muscle is contracting at a given moment, the resistance of the walls of the aorta and arteries, as well as the number (frequency) of heart contractions (HR) per unit of time. After compression and push of blood along the bloodstream, the heart receives a short respite, it is at this moment that diastolic, or lower, pressure is fixed. Its main component is the resistance of peripheral blood vessels. When blood moves from the heart to capillaries and other smallest elements of the blood flow, the difference in fluctuations (amplitude) of blood pressure is significantly reduced, and when it reaches the veins, this indicator is practically independent of heart contractions.
According to many years of observation and research, the ratio of the upper and lower blood pressure levels of a he althy person will benormal if it registers as 120/80 mmHg. Art. In the classical norm of blood pressure, the difference between the indicators should be 30-35 mm Hg. Art. And then a logical question arises: if a pressure of 135/80 is recorded during the measurement, what does this mean? In this case, the difference between the upper and lower pressure is 55 units. Such a difference should be an incentive to examine the patient's he alth status. But if you understand the issues of the circulatory system and the factors affecting the blood pressure indicator, then the pressure of 135 to 80 can also be the norm. What should I do to prevent the development or identify existing he alth disorders that require medical attention? Naturally, see a doctor and undergo a medical examination.
Symptoms of blood pressure disorders
Any changes in the normal functioning of the organs and systems of the human body entail certain changes in well-being. Only a specialist can understand what pathology the symptom that has appeared indicates. After all, some violations of he alth or well-being do not cause any significant concern in a person. What do those people who have a pressure of 135 over 80 complain about? "Headache, fatigue or a feeling of weakness," they say. But a visit to the doctor is postponed, because daily stress, constant employment at work and household chores become habitual, and it seems that such minor changes in well-being are easier to remove by taking medications or just relaxing.
But unfortunately, fluctuations in blood pressure can be a symptom of serious he alth problems. Most often, the fact that blood pressure is changed is evidenced by headaches, anxiety, nausea, dizziness. Consulting a doctor in these cases will help to differentiate the problem and get quality help in solving it. Many believe that a blood pressure of 135/80 indicates a normal state of the cardiovascular system and does not require any intervention to correct. But often this is only the initial stage of hypertension, and it is at this time that it is best to take preventive measures to prevent its further development.
High Top
Cardiac, that is, systolic pressure, defined as upper, indicates the force with which the blood ejected by the heart presses on the walls of the aorta and large arteries. It has already been proven that with age this indicator changes upwards, but nevertheless, the limiting norms for this value of the work of the heart should remain within 120 mm Hg. st.
Many people ask: is an upper pressure of 135 units considered something pathological or can it be the norm in certain situations? To answer this question, you need to understand why there is an increase in systolic pressure. The main reason is the pathology of the functional or condition of the heart and aorta. Thickening of the walls of these components of the cardiovascular system, spasm due to hormonal failure, for example, in a stressful situation, make the heart work harder. If such a situation becomes chronic, then thiscan cause the development of hypertension, hypertensive crisis, stroke or heart attack. Blood pressure of 135/80 by itself is unlikely to cause such a serious aggravation of the state of he alth, but as a predetermining factor that requires the attention of a specialist, examination and quality care, it should be taken into account.
Lower Lower
For a simple person who does not suffer from fluctuations in blood pressure, in most cases, the upper - systolic - indicator is considered important. But as an indicator of the work and condition of the cardiovascular system, the lower - diastolic - pressure is no less significant. It is characterized by a moment of rest, if I may say so, of the heart during the period when the blood, having reached the peripheral small vessels, returns back. Diastolic pressure is due to the resistance of the capillary system. And if a lower pressure of 80 mm Hg is considered the norm. Art., then the question arises: 135/77 - is the pressure normal or not? A decrease in diastolic pressure below normal indicates any pathologies of the vascular system, which can be the cause of serious he alth problems. Today, the World He alth Organization sets the normal diastolic blood pressure for an adult to be between 60 and 90 mmHg. Art. Therefore, if we consider the state of the cardiovascular system in terms of diastole, then the pressure of 135 over 80 is normal.
He althy difference
As discussed above, the blood pressure that is measuredusing a special apparatus at a doctor's appointment or at home, it is determined by two parameters - the upper (cardiac) systolic and the lower (vascular) diastolic. Those who have to control these indicators are interested in the question of whether the pressure of 135/83 can be considered normal. The answer to this question can only be given by the attending physician, who observes a specific patient, fixing the state of his he alth in dynamics. Also, in certain cases, it is important for a doctor to track the difference between the fixed upper and lower indicators, which is called "pulse pressure". Doctors have found that for a he althy person, the difference in systolic and diastolic effects on blood vessels can be from 30 to 50 units. A change in pulse pressure in any direction should be an incentive for a thorough examination. If you follow the norms, then the pressure will be pathological 135 to 80. Reviews of patients with such indicators suggest that in some cases a person’s well-being is not disturbed by an increase or decrease in blood pressure, but his cardiovascular system suffers.
Baby pressure
A newborn baby is undoubtedly a great happiness for young parents and newly-made relatives of the baby. Parents and doctors begin to take care of the he alth of the crumbs literally from the very moment the pregnancy is diagnosed. But the moment of birth and the neonatal period, which lasts 2 weeks, require special attention to the condition of a tiny person.
For children of this age, blood pressure indicators are considered normal60 to 96 for upper systolic pressure and 40 to 50 for diastolic. When a baby cries, in this way he notifies others about the discomfort or pain experienced at the moment. Crying can cause a temporary increase in blood pressure. In an infant, due to the peculiarities of the structure of the bones of the skull, often when crying or for some other reason, the fontanel swells, as it were, due to an increase in intracranial pressure. Here it should be remembered that intracranial pressure is caused by an excess of cerebrospinal fluid, tissue fluid and blood, squeezing the brain. This condition is often not associated with AD, but is due to other pathologies, congenital or acquired. Therefore, visual changes in the structure of the skull, bulging of the fontanel, which parents can notice, requires a thorough examination by a neonatologist or pediatrician.
But the measured blood pressure of 135/80 in a child indicates a pathological condition of the cardiovascular or any other systems, such as the endocrine, nervous, which also suggests an early request for medical help. The period of infancy and early childhood, lasting from 3 weeks to 2 years, is characterized by normal blood pressure in the range of 90-112 for the upper and 50-74 for the lower indicator. Any deviations from the norm require a diagnosis of the state of the body and the he alth of the child.
Functional of the cardiovascular system in a child
The baby is growing, his body is developing, which means that significant changes are taking place inwork of all its organs and systems. This is reflected in the blood pressure, which is characteristic of a person during childhood. At the age of 2-3 years for both boys and girls, systolic pressure should be in the range of 100-112 mm Hg. Art., and diastolic - 60-75 mm Hg. Art. The lowest blood pressure is normally recorded in young children. This is due to the peculiarities of the structure of the vascular wall - the tissues are still elastic and easily adapt to minor changes in the system. Therefore, a pressure of 135/80 regularly recorded in a young child indicates problems in the body that require a thorough medical examination.
For this age group, the most common cause of arterial hypertension, in addition to the genetic factor, is thrombosis and stenosis of the arteries of the kidneys, as well as a malformation of this paired organ. In such children, the examination often reveals bronchopulmonary dysplasia or coarctation of the aorta according to the childhood type. Therefore, regular monitoring and recording of blood pressure in a child should be a mandatory procedure. This will help in time to identify violations in the system of the heart and blood vessels and establish their cause in order to take measures for treatment or correction.
Adolescent he alth
Childhood passes and the child enters puberty. Against the background of activation and changes in the work of the endocrine system of the body of a teenager, the functionality of many organs and systems changes. And it is from this moment that the gender of a person becomes in many respects the determining factor of the norm. Blood pressure -one of the main characteristics of the state of the body, indicating possible violations that require confirmation by examination. But puberty is characterized by the instability of this indicator, which can change quite significantly during the day and depend on many reasons, ranging from mood changes to physical activity. In addition, the state of the cardiovascular system is directly affected by excess weight, smoking, or the use of alcohol or drugs. And the considered normal heart pressure of 135 in a teenager can rise quite high for these reasons. At the same time, such a change in blood pressure also occurs against the background of a genetic predisposition, as well as some systemic diseases, such as diabetes, oncology, and head injuries. Today, experts believe that an upper pressure indicator of 135 is normal. In a teenager, for the prevention of any diseases, blood pressure is important to record annually.
Youth and he alth
Unfortunately, the reality is that not only aged people suffer from hypertension, but also young people who seem to be full of he alth and vitality. At 20-30 years old, the blood pressure is 135 to 80. Although a steady increase in blood pressure is recorded in a significant part of the young population. Hypertension in young people can be of two types:
- physiological, associated with external factors - stress, physical or mental overwork. This pressure normalizes afterhow the root cause is eliminated;
- pathological, associated with abnormalities in the functioning of internal organs or body systems, requiring careful examination and treatment to prevent the development of significant complications.
Such seemingly insignificant factors as physical inactivity, constant emotional stress, poor-quality food, lack of daily proper rest, cause hypertension in young people. As early as 25-30 years old, a person may suffer from isolated systolic hypertension. It is diagnosed in cases of chronic increase in upper pressure over 140 mm Hg. Art. at the bottom no more than 90 mm Hg. Art. According to this, a blood pressure of 135/80 indicates the normal functioning of the cardiovascular system. The body of a young person is able to quickly correct pressure surges caused by a stressful situation, overwork. A good rest, a change in the type of activity can normalize blood pressure. But if changes in the performance of the cardiovascular system occur frequently or stay outside the normal range for a long time, it is necessary to undergo an examination in order to identify the cause of the violations in time and take measures to eliminate and treat them.
In a special position
Gender of a person is a determining factor in the functioning of certain systems and organs. In addition, the main functional task of the female body - conception, bearing and birth of a child - is also associated with changes in work.the whole organism as a whole and its individual structures in particular. Pressure 135 during pregnancy is the highest limit of normal. This period is also called the time of hormonal surges, and therefore a woman should carefully monitor her well-being and regularly undergo examinations by specialists.
Each trimester of pregnancy is characterized by its own blood pressure. So, during the first three months, many women experience a decrease in both systolic and diastolic pressure. You should not be afraid of this condition, you just need to follow all the recommendations given by the doctor who leads the pregnancy. Then the pressure rises and by the third trimester it can become abnormally high, which is considered an indication for urgent hospitalization and even artificial birth. The upper limit of the norm is the pressure of 135 to 80 during pregnancy. If the measurements fix 140/90 mm Hg. Art. and above, the woman needs to see a gynecologist as soon as possible and possibly be admitted to a medical facility.
The condition of high blood pressure in a woman in the last stages of pregnancy is very dangerous. It is called "pre-eclampsia" and threatens the development of eclampsia, a large violation of the he alth of women and children, and even death. The pressure of 135 to 80 in a woman expecting the birth of a baby should be an excuse for careful monitoring of her well-being. Usually, a pregnant woman is registered with a gynecologist at a antenatal clinic at an early date, where a specialist in charge of pregnancy regularly measures blood pressure, fixesthe obtained indicators in the card and, together with the results of regular tests, gives recommendations for maintaining the he alth of the pregnant woman and the fetus. But measuring blood pressure outside a medical institution, at home, is not difficult: modern devices allow you to independently track this vital indicator at any time absolutely accurately. And this will help a woman who is expecting the birth of a child to control the state of her body, so that if necessary, immediately consult a doctor, and not wait for the appointed time of the visit.
Work, stress and adult problems
The life of every person is full of emotional and physical stress, stress, and he alth problems are added with age. All this plays a role in well-being and in the work of the cardiovascular system. For an adult, the following indicators are considered the norm: pressure 135 over 80, pulse 60 beats per minute. But unfortunately, with age, blood pressure changes more and more in the direction of increase, and the physical condition of the body, lifestyle, and existing diseases play a role in this. As mentioned above, the gender of a person determines many of the functional characteristics of the body and indicators of its he alth. Here, for men and women, the fixed normal blood pressure will be different (see table).
| Age | Women | Men | ||
| HELL | Pulse | HELL | Pulse | |
| 18-29 | 116/72 | 60-87 | 123/76 | 60-80 |
| 30-39 | 120/75 | 62-89 | 126/79 | 62-80 |
| 40-49 | 127/80 | 62-89 | 129/81 | 62-80 |
| 50-59 | 137/84 | 64-95 | 135/83 | 64-95 |
The parameters indicated in the table are the classical norm. But blood pressure, of course, can have its upper and lower limits of normal. They differ from the average by 5-7 units in one direction or the other. And therefore, for most middle-aged people, blood pressure of 135 to 80 will be normal. Do you have a headache, feel weak and tired, nauseous? Such symptoms must be correlated primarily with the person's abnormal blood pressure.
The experience of the past years and normal pressure
It is believed that the elderly and senile age are characterized, first of all, by high blood pressure, which, even with fairly high rates, is perceived as something familiar and self-evident. Yes, to some extent this statement is true, and for older people, blood pressure is considered normal in the range from 151 mm Hg. Art. for systolic and from 91 mm Hg. Art. for diastolic indicators. In this case, blood pressure (BP) 135/80 indicates the possible development of ischemic stroke. This relationship has been proven by many observations.specialists around the world.
Also often observed in adulthood is orthostatic hypotension, which manifests itself with a sharp change in the position of the human body. In this case, a sudden change in blood pressure is fraught with dizziness and a fall, which is very dangerous in old age. So a regularly recorded blood pressure below 135/80 in an elderly person should be a reason to visit a doctor in order to prescribe a corrective pressure therapy.
It is also obligatory to monitor the pulse pressure in an aged person. A large gap between systolic and diastolic readings indicates the inability of the heart muscle to pump blood as it should. A stable pressure of 135 to 80 or 10-15 units more is the norm for a person over 59.
What can help normalize blood pressure?
Blood pressure is one of the main characteristics of well-being and the state of the body at a particular point in time. It varies depending on various everyday situations, on the time of day, as well as the state of human he alth. Stably observed certain indicators of upper and lower pressure require a visit to a specialist for examination and appointment, if necessary, treatment.
Many of those who monitor their pressure or the pressure of their relatives are interested in the question: is it necessary to bring down the pressure of 135 to 80? It cannot be answered unequivocally. After all, age norms are very different, and the answer will depend primarily on at what agethe person whose blood pressure is being measured. So, for a small child, such indicators will be too high, which indicates hypertension, but for a person over 61-69 years old, this will already be hypotension, which, if you feel unwell, requires mandatory adjustment with the use of medicines or traditional medicine recommended by your doctor.
Pressure is traditionally corrected by such homemade and everyday drinks as strong tea, coffee. They contain caffeine, which stimulates vascular tone and increases heart rate. But such an effect of tea and coffee does not occur in every case; for some people, these drinks, on the contrary, have a calming and even hypnotic effect. Leisurely walks in the fresh air, a calm atmosphere in the family help to normalize blood pressure.
Self-treatment of hyper- or hypotension is not recommended. If necessary, regulate blood pressure only by means recommended by the attending physician. In no case should you take the advice of relatives or acquaintances who have tried "miraculous" pills or remedies, because treatment should take into account the characteristics of the human body, its age and existing diseases. As you can see, for most adults, a pressure of 135 over 80 is normal. Undoubtedly, this is an average indicator of the work of the cardiovascular system, which may change slightly during the day due to stress, certain foods, and life situations. But prolonged or too frequenta change in blood pressure becomes a reason for examination, because it is often high or low blood pressure that is a sign of dangerous he alth disorders that require the use of medical care and special medications.
Today, controlling blood pressure, as well as heart rate, is quite simple. In any pharmacy, you can purchase a special device - a tonometer, easy to use and understand the read information, with which even a person of age can work independently.
