How High Is Too High For Blood Pressure? Cardiologist Explains

[@dannykukuc7091]

I’m 21, one day decided to take my blood pressure at a Walmart just for fun. Read 187/128. Checked it over a few days and it was consistently that high. 6 months later and this Tuesday I’m having my second consultation with a neurosurgeon, turns out I have a tumor on my pituitary gland in my brain causing the high blood pressure. Was feeling terrible with headaches for years and couldn’t figure out why! Wish me luck Update: I ended up have two brain surgeries, the first unsuccessful, and I’m in recovery. 80% of my pituitary was removed and most of my symptoms have gone away. My blood pressure is stable in the 120/80 range without medication. I’ve lost 150lbs in the last 7 months since my successful surgery. I’m still very weak but I’m going to physical therapy to hopefully start getting better. I am most likely going to need to take prednisone daily for the rest of my life because it’s keeping me alive as my pituitary is no longer creating cortisol. I have a weakened immune system and I’m still physically unable to do almost everything I used to love, but I’m holding up very well and am finding meaning in my life every day!

[@jodyjae]

Did it go down?

[@dannykukuc7091]

@@jodyjae they put me on a cocktail of meds, and it’s down to around 130/100 which is better but still not great

[@Awakening_souls46]

Good luck to you... hope things turn out well for u❤

[@Eleanorx22]

Uff sorry to hear! Hope you feel a bit better. Good that you caught it by accident, more or less! Same happened with me. I tested somewhere for fun nd then read 174/121. Mom is a nurse and said the reader was broken probably. After measuring more I stayed high. Sent to doctor, doctor sent to hospital and now doing some fllw up tests including CT of breast, kidneys, heart and blood tests. But not the brain, maybe I should ask for that too? I have occasionally headache but only 10 days sporadically per month.

[@dannykukuc7091]

@@Eleanorx22 it’s something you should bring up definitely and hopefully that’s not the case. I had my surgery and it was successful, my bp is slowly lowering but it’s going to take 6-36 months for things to get back to normal. I hope you figure it out. Best of luck 🤞🏽

[@jasonmehlhoff8877]

226/160 when I was sobering up from alcohol addiction. I've been sober for 7 years now. I pride myself in a BP under 120/80 these days! Thanks, Drs!!!

[@jodyjae]

Was it always that high?

[@jasonmehlhoff8877]

@jodyjae No. I think just initially. I had quit cold turkey, and it was pretty rough for about 4 days. It was a pretty big shock on my system. Uff.

[@USA__WILL]

Usually when you're drinking so often your body gets used to being another prostate during withdrawals your body does the opposite everything is high. The high blood pressure is due to being in withdrawals doesn't necessarily mean that you have hypertension.

[@xxxnyb]

how much and how long were you drinking

[@jasonmehlhoff8877]

@@xxxnyb oh boy. A little over a 1.75 of vodka daily. That level was probably for 3 years every day. This April will be 7 years sober and life is much better :-)

[@mariaespiritu9512]

Well, I’m 44 yrs old and my blood pressure was in the 155/80 range and my resting heart rate in the high 70s range. I’m 5’8” and I was 209 lbs at the time. I began an oil free Whole Foods plant based diet in October of 2022. My weight is now 178 lbs. I work out daily, because I have so much energy. My blood pressure is in the 105/60 range, my resting heart rate is 55 and my total cholesterol has dropped from 215 to 135, my LDL is 65, from my last physical. I only supplement with B12, but before this I was taking a bunch of vitamins with no effect. Now I just eat a lot of colorful fruits, veggies, greens, whole grains and legumes, sweet potatoes and yams, until I’m full. I’ve been feeling great. I followed the book arresting and reversing heart disease by Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn. My BP lowered and as per my blood work, I’m doing fantastic, so I’m going to continue with this.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Maria! Congratulations!!! That is amazing. Thanks so much for sharing your story and enjoy your new life!

[@nanfeliciano5465]

Congratulations you on your way to better BP n health. I'm also on a plant base diet, best decision I ever made 👍

[@berithfloisand8546]

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[@cdnbcn6164]

I'm going to get that book

[@malaplava4865]

Your story is just like mine. Plant based diet without oils is the best recipe for good BP , weight loss and happy life 🎉

[@84Iboga]

I'm from Montreal, I've been told several times by doctors that 160/ 90 was a good BP just because im 6'7" . Thank God my mum is a nurse she called it BS and helped me to fix my BP issue.

[@JoseFlores-jt1wv]

How did she help you lower it

[@lesleylesley5821]

That's too high.

[@juneallan4903]

People having b.p too low is just as dangerous.my husband falls to the ground if his b.p goes to low reading 112/58.,.......my b.p for 20 years has sat at 160/95.i feel great at that level.we both take no meds at all.we're way into our 60s.REMEMBER LOW B.P CAN CAUSE DEATH ALSO.just get on with living.

[@Stinktierchen]

Nonsense.... 160 doesnt automatically mean its too high. As simple as that!

[@wrotedog]

​​​​​​@@Stinktierchenexactly, in the navy I was that pressure, whenever I was at home, it was lower 130/90, fast fwd 13yrs to now it's the same, white coat syndrome... 4:52 Most Doctors need to be educated here...And Learn these words.

[@lmengel]

The last couple years of my 29 years of being on the Birth Control Pill, I’d get horrific headaches the same week each cycle. One day I finally checked my BP during a headache. It was 245/143. I drove myself to the hospital at midnight (left my husband with sleeping grandkids) and they looked at me like I was a ghost. My headache wasn’t very bad at this point and I felt pretty normal. They thought their BP machine was broken. They kept me 3 days. I’m CERTAIN it was Pill/hormone related. I’m so blessed I never stroked.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow lucky. So glad you are ok. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@blakeh6250]

Thats crazy and I thought Mine was bad at 130/80...I exercised more got it down to 117/77..hope ur doing well now

[@marinakaye8284]

When they took my pressure for breast cancer admission, 240/216. Adrenal tumor.

[@KginVT]

My BP skyrocketed when I went on hormone therapy. I believed it to be the medication. My doctor didn’t believe me although I was convinced. Three visits later, she took me off it. My bp went down. So we DO have to trust our gut. We have to self-advocate!

[@MAS-rl1sg]

@@blakeh6250 130/80 is totally normal

[@andymarshman9546]

5 years ago my cardiologist gave me a stress test and I failed. I was sent to St Michaels hospital in Toronto and had 5 blockages opened with stents (3 of the blockages were in a row). They figure it was a miracle that I had never had a heart attack or chest pain. Last November when taking my routine BP check at home, it was up a bit. I continued to check every 2 hours and it kept climbing. Big mistake on my part. I obsessed over the numbers and my own anxiety caused pressure to increase. I went to the hospital when the numbers became 'critical'. Diagnosis - calm down and stop stressing. That worked fine. Now I take a reading once a day - Maximum. The lesson here is to monitor sensibly and take your meds as prescribed.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad to hear it

[@eddiespagetti8395]

Get off meds is best. Fool to stay on meds. Shape up eat good exercise. Meds are evil. Long term damage all ALL meds are evil

[@nanfeliciano5465]

I hate taking those meds,it's poison 😭...So stop eating meat products, processed food, cheese,whole cow milk... etc.

[@jimmydandy9364]

By climbing, how high ? and what do YOU consider critical ? Make sure you are taking your reading properly, sit down, feet on the ground, RELAX, wait a few minutes, then take a first reading, and relax / wait about 5 minutes before taking another. You can for example, take 3 readings and use the average. The worst thing to do is panic when you get 1 high reading. You would be surprised how anxiety can raise BP, pain, needing to to the toilet, etc, so ideally take your BP when you do not have the need to urinate or have a bowel movement, anxiety can significantly add to your numbers.

[@josephdahdouh2725]

@@jimmydandy9364 Do you have a credible resource for what you said. Because it's interesting the way you do it, and I wanted to check if it's a proper way to do it.

[@Moleanimationchannel]

I have ‘whitecoat’ syndrome where my BP is extremely elevated at the doctor’s office. My would be 190/110. After a month on 10mg of Amlodipine I’m averaging 130/80. But I notice my thoughts while taking my own can make it 150/90 just by thinking about it. So I take it 3 times while breathing slowly and I’m 130/80. I’m happy because that’s much better than 180+ when I first started taking my BP at home.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yeah that’s pretty high.

[@chillywilly7881]

Probably need some anxiety medication rather than blood pressure meds lol

[@asmaansari3068]

Same with me happening .. I am 43 years old female. Cholesterol is bit high. Whenever i went to my dr. My BP go high. Last 150/70 with a heart rate 150. Just because of anxiety. 🙄😞 My dr put me on medication for lowering my heart rate. 🥹

[@TonyBeazley]

I use to take amoldipine but it makes my ankles swell ....got up to a pit 3.... bad stuff

[@jimmydandy9364]

Yikes that's quite high - Did your doctor determine you had HBP base don ONE reading at the office ? I'm surprised that 10mg brought it down by as much, that 190/110 was definitely not an accurate reading, the decision to prescribe drugs should be based on multiple readings you do in optimal conditions, and at the doctor's office, is not the best places for most people.

[@Truthhurts0912]

Everybody's got high blood pressure in my family, at this point I think it's genetic as my diet's pretty good. It was usually 160/90, but with some light medication it's 120/70. The feeling is so much different, if you're worried about your blood pressure readings, I recommend getting it looked at sooner rather than later.

[@adammohamed..]

I checked mine the other day I was 165/93 so I’m currently on light medication

[@user-go7zw9vr4m]

What are the side effects of the light medications

[@kasession]

This was great information. 👍🏿 My Mom was a nurse from the old school. She had high blood pressure, and was taking medication for it. This was years ago. At home she had a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff (sphygmomanometer. I smile every time I say that word), and taught me how to take blood pressure. She has since passed away. I gave away the stethoscope and lost track of the cuff. How I wish I still had both of them today.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear about your mom. Sounds like she taught you well. All the best

[@kasession]

@@TalkingWithDocs Thank You!!!

[@paullelys161]

Buy yourself a monitor and they do it automatically. Best money I've spent. Do it at home and keep an eye on this important condition.

[@markbrko]

Middle of Covid my blood pressure was sitting at around 180/95 and I had consistent nose bleeds. Seeing an endocrinologist for the past year and I’ve gotten it down to 120/90. Still in need of some improvements but being 35 years old that scared the living poo outta me. So glad there are specialists out there to help with these sort of things.

[@davidinchcliff4560]

It was cause of the vaccine shot

[@melodioushaste]

Yikes! Did they find out why it was so high?

[@tboshears]

Same here.. one day I started having bad nosebleeds out of nowhere.. i'm talking running faucet nosebleeds.. after about a week of this having one every day I took my BP and it was 177/114... so I drove straight to the ER thinking I was gonna have a heart attack/stroke. They put me on some meds and it's getting better but at 37 y/o that was terrifying!

[@RoughGekko]

If you or anyone has episodes like that, it is better if you can get someone to drive you or get a cab to the ER. Driving will actually increase your stress and BP. You don't want to get a stroke or pass out while you are in the driver's seat.

[@lasttry99]

My blood pressure skyrocketed after the jab. You may want to consider that

[@waltergreen5894]

I went to my gp bc I was'nt feeling well - he took my bp and became alarmed at how high it was (228 - 198 ) I was admitted to hospital and spent 5 days there - I had X-Rays Blood Tests MRI Scans ECG's - I was in and out of hospital before I finally had a quadruple bypass surgery the surgeon told me if I had'nt gone to see my gp I would've been dead in 6 months - I'm ok now but that really rocked me since I never smoked or drank

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow Walter. Hope you are ok. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@missangela97]

I went to the hospital on March 14 with shaking, heart palpitations, fast heartbeats, sweating too much, and shortness of breath. On the first reading, my heart rate was over 167 and my blood pressure was 160/112, while on the second reading, it was 199/115. In a blood test, they diagnosed me with overactive thyroid, and I had to take medication and have blood work every month. The staff at the hospital were so kind and helpful, thank you for explaining everything to me. I live in Alberta, Canada. 🇨🇦😎thank you for explaining blood pressure

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome. Hope you are ok now

[@missangela97]

@@TalkingWithDocs Once I start the medicine, I'll be fine. i had this for a long time, thinking it might be dehydration or low blood sugar. i did had dehydration and thyroid diagnosed in the er. can you do an infertility video and what can cause infertility like autoimmune and thyroid problems.

[@Alienalloy]

christ on a tiny bike... iv been checking mine and it read over 3 readings.. 192 over 126....173 over 112...then 173 over 111... and i feel fine?

[@oliverfalcao5844]

same thing happin to me march 11 1am woke up fast heart rate! took 50 mg beta blocker not sure hw fast my heart was going easy 140hbp, or higher checked bp then put me on ekg over 1 hr heart slowed down 78 to 85 hbpm bp 134/90/95 hr 78 went home checked bp omron 157/102 like wtf average is 135 140/85/90

[@missangela97]

@@oliverfalcao5844 my shakiness, heart palpitations, fast heartbeats, sweating too much and shortness of breath was going on for 5-6 months i went to the ER because it was getting worse as days went by. my meds are working so thats good. maybe get it check out. all the best.

[@calmrightdown8581]

Thanks guys I’m glad to see Canadian doctors talk about this. I’m usually mid twenties to low thirties. But my diastolic is usually high eighties low nineties. This morning it was 124/86. The reason I bought my own machine is because the doctors office had me at 155/95 (I believe I have white coat syndrome). Hoping I can lower this without meds (especially diastolic).

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Best of luck calm right down. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@MAS-rl1sg]

124/86 is totally normal

[@Skank_and_Gutterboy]

I do too, my blood pressure goes way up when I'm at the doctor's. They always take blood and I'm always keyed up about that, I absolutely hate blood draws. Most nurses do it wrong and when you try to correct it, they tell you, "That doesn't matter!" Where I go to the doctor, they walk you 50 yards to the room, immediately put the cuff on you (when measuring blood pressure, you're supposed to be at rest for 5 minutes), they're not supposed to put it on over shirt sleeves and other clothing, then they fire questions at you the whole time. All of this gives you an elevated blood pressure readings and I can't believe it's an accident, they're just itching to put you on medication that you don't need. When the little wrist readers were in vogue, they'd tell you that you're supposed to lift it up and hold it against your chest at heart level. That drives your blood pressure reading through the roof, your arms are supposed to be relaxed. You're supposed to be relaxed and the nurses do everything they can to make the whole experience NOT relaxed.

[@glenw-xm5zf]

Hang in there kid. I got a scar on my chest cuz I didn't know about sugars when I was a kid. . DO this: Tell them where to stick the statens. Get the the health food store and buy odorless Garlic. On epill is like 3 cloves.. then do 500 mg of Magnesium and 2000 Iu of Vit D 3 evry day.Also when the flu comes around, you won't catch it.T hank me in fifty more years. BP fluctuates throughout the day. i can be 150/90 in the am after I get up, and 2 hours later be 120/75. Drink lots wa wa and walk your butt off.. and don't cave in to the Fear mongerers who will tell you it's a GLOBAL RED ALERT ( it never was) Fear has torment and FEAR is the number one cause of heart disease.Fear makes people drink. eat bad foods, smoke the weed.. et cetera

[@MAS-rl1sg]

@@glenw-xm5zf i love it how bravely u explained everything

[@robertschulz7454]

You guys are my Go To for Understanding the world of all things medical. Brad and Paul you both have hearts of GOLD. May GOD bless you both

[@hojo70]

120/80 is only realistic right after you wake up in the morning. Most blood pressure readings are done middle of the day after you've had 2 cups of coffee, work anxiety and a hectic morning in the office and then climbed 2 flight of stairs after battling traffic to get to the doctors office... dont be alarmed if its in the mid 140s, thats actually pretty normal. Clearing your mind and resting for a few minutes with deep breathing will help but might still be high

[@CR-by4ky]

you are right

[@randyviger2863]

I concur

[@scorpio11855]

I just started on BP meds about 2 years ago. Never had a problem all my life until I was 64. My mom had it so I figured it could be inherited. Thank you for explaining what it is. Makes sense to me now!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome Susan

[@edptoblo]

These guys are unprofessional comedians. I'd highly avoid these 3 Muskateers . Geeezus

[@judylivingston8145]

Same story...never had a problem because I'd never had it checked. In probably had a problem since my 20's

[@crowsandravens8998]

@@edptoblo You sound miserable. Get yourself a sense of humor. Life is short.

[@marv6013]

Taking meds is not a solution

[@2287dws]

I'm ashamed to say this but I'm in my 50s and I never really understood what the blood pressure numbers meant. After watching this 5 minute video, I now get it. Thanks docs.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad you do now Dean. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@rsainz1296]

Thank you so much! This was so well explained. My father had heart disease so I have always been careful about my diet, lifestyle choices, in order to avoid heart problems. Now I understand how blood pressure works and the importance to monitor it.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad you liked it R. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did

[@kamalionify]

I loveeeeee the comparaison of watering your garden with a power hose. It really helps understand better!

[@nickywilks7928]

This is so well explained. My sister had a constant headache for 2 weeks. She took herself to a and e and it turned out her pressure was 215/185..pulse 120 BPM, she was placed on bp meds immediately. It was also found due to blood work tests that she was low in sodium.

[@ItBetterBeFast]

Doesn’t sodium increase blood pressure?

[@bobbybbobu6967]

​@ItBetterBeFast the key word is L O W

[@Blaze_1961]

I suffer from complex ptsd and have hypertension. My BP sky rockets when I have an episode. I once was clocked by a paramedic after an incident with BP @300/250. They wanted me to go the the ER but I refused as I knew I'd calm down in a few minutes. It's pretty tough maintaining control of yourself at those numbers.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow David that is really high. Yes meditation and mindfulness is gaining popularity to control blood pressure. Sorry to hear you are going through this. Wishing you the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@marktwain368]

Try EMDR buddy. It is non-invasive, easy to do and highly effective. It is approved by the DSM-V so it's safe.

[@johnlukach4091]

Wow the highest I've ever heard of. I hope you are in a better boat now

[@pubmeatman]

Taking Entresto and a blood thinner after Saddle Pulmonary Embolism. The Cardiologist in the hospital said it was “the biggest clot he had ever seen”. Have Atrial Flutter and an Ejection Fraction of 35-40. My Cardiologist has me logging my BP. I’ve always had BP a little lower than the classic 120/60. Now my BP is usually between 116/@65 and @123/@77. Feeling good 1 month after they removed the clot. Still taking it pretty easy. The doctors, nurses and everyone in the hospital literally saved my life. I’m very grateful!!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow Jeff that is a scary diagnosis. Glad you are still with us!! Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@videogazer801]

I find this channel completely valuable, not mention in part also due to the fact that this owner of this channel have taken so much time and care to answer close to 100% off the questions by viewers.

[@bandile_sisonke]

My friends mother died from hypertension…so I decided to check mine since I never checked before. The nurse said I’m just wasting her time and my money, results came at 197/112. She was shocked and did it twice with the same number…im on medication permanently now.

[@thomashunter5645]

A study found that watching KZbin videos on blood pressure increases blood pressure.

[@daisylavender5275]

Facts

[@eunieEkpa]

😂😂

[@IndianSportsTeamFan]

facts bro 😂

[@douglaspaterson5269]

Seriously?🤔

[@danrolli3576]

😂❤

[@stevier3510]

Great to have explanation about blood pressure. My highest was 185/130 before extensive tests diagnosed me with Conns Syndrome. Although I'm on some meds each day changing to a low salt diet, no alcohol, no caffeine and regular exercise helps keep my BP low. In fact after exercise it can be well below 120/80. Last reading was 120/78.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Nice work Stevie. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@stevier3510]

@@Pwilli-hs6yi Search for it. Also known as Hyperaldosteronism - easier to say Conns.

[@warpedweft9004]

@@Pwilli-hs6yi Conns is hyperaldostronism. It can be caused by tiny tumours in the adrenal glands, or it can be more of a malfunctioning of the adrenal glands. Both cause the adrenal lands to pump out large amounts of aldosterone which regulates the body’s balance of water and sodium (salt), blood volume and blood pressure. My mum has had it for more than 50 years. They told her she wouldn't live to see 50. She's now 83. Back when it was diagnosed all they could do was give you blood pressure meds but the body soon becomes used to those and the blood pressure rises again. Once aldosterone blockers were developed it became a bit easier to control the disease, but there can still be episodes of extreme high blood pressure. It can be familial, and is in my family. Fortunately, I'm not affected. www.healthdirect.gov.au/conns-syndrome

[@patriciamcphail5284]

Hi, I also suffer with Conns syndrome and it went undiagnosed for a very long time.Even though my bp and k are now normal am suffering from effects of very high bp,digestive problems and heart palpitations .I have no energy and feel constantly exhausted.

[@patriciamcphail5284]

​@@Pwilli-hs6yi ..its an endocrine disorder of the adrenal glands which sit on top of the kidneys.Excess production of the hormone Aldosterone. Usual symptoms very high BP, low potassium and metabolic alkalosis.. Is a dreadful disease to have.

[@allengaible6436]

These guys are very down to earth. I'm glad they said to rely on at home checks instead of just at the doctor's office. Lifestyle can make a big difference in terms of blood pressure with no alcohol being the greatest factor for me personally.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks!

[@rb239rtr]

These three Doctors are so down to earth

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Doing our best Richard

[@savagepro9060]

"These three Doctors are so down to earth" -->> Exactly, they are not astronauts orbiting the Earth

[@michaelroblin1957]

Would like to thank you guys, because of this video, I have sought treatment of my blood pressure that was 146 over 104. I'm now on 5mg of Ramipril and it has made a world of difference.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome Michael. Glad to hear it. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@dalegribble60]

I was around 180 over 100 before my Ramipril. 5 years now and it's around 150 over 85. I tried herbal medicines and diet but it never went down. I was surprised how it came down. I find most medicines don't have an effect on me.

[@MichaelJohn2024]

You guys have obviously picked up on the fact that people are afraid of medical conditions, and therefore avoid discussions, that could lead to easy solutions that create positive stress, and ambition to take back our lives from fear. This video shows that real breakthroughs in managed healthcare only come from patient sided management, which is proactive, vs reactive clinic management. I love this channel. I love the candid and light hearted conversations, and importance of topics.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks so much for taking the time e to comment M. We believe that if patients did take charge so many diseases could be reduced or eliminated. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@uhadme]

Preaching easy solutions like a true quack. Tell me Insulin Shock Therapy was a easy cure, for who? Your 'cures' are curing yourself of us. Far as I can tell.

[@dancurran8977]

After a heart attack I measure bp twice a day and medicate so that my bp is generally around 95/60. It is kept low to help my heart recover. Before I got accustomed to the lower bp I had a couple bad days but now I can go about my normal activities without a problem.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad you are ok Dan. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@angelNroute]

Diagnosed in my late 30s with hypertension with a hypertensive crisis episode with 250 over 150. Started bp meds. Then approx every 7 years ended up in ED with another hypertensive crisis. New type of bp med ordered Diagnosed with gestational diabetes. And type 2 in my late 50s. Finally at age 69 and a new young internal med md asked the question of secondary hypertension. Turns out high aldactone levels high and had been on the wrong bp med for years. Now it is 120 over 78. HR is 80. Geez so much for the bandaid approach. So glad i found this md.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Us too!

[@shaunlouw1518]

Thank you guys. BP was 230 over 144. They got it down. Have to be at doctor on Wednesday to see what tablets and dosage is the way forward. I’m on two but only take halve each a day. Again thank you. From South Africa.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Good luck Shawn in South Africa! Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@ojadkins]

First time viewer. This was THE BEST explanation of high blood pressure (of which I suffer from) that I have ever received. I'm on medication now and seem to being alright. I only take my blood pressure now once a month +/-. This is a great addition the Tube! Thankx.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks so much OJ. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@vincentwalker2081]

My average blood pressure is 160/90. That is the average taken daily at home over 5 months. I have seen it as high as 205/110. It's been that way for years. I am 58 years old and am taking 3 different blood pressure medications. They don't work so I just stopped taking the medicine, it did not change my blood pressure average without the meds over the next 5 months. My home measurements do coincide with readings at my doctor's office.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Vincent. Seems like they need to search for the cause or try something different. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@MarcoG353]

Look into BPS 50. Go to their website and check them out. My dad had resist hypertension where his meds weren't working. Then he found BPS 50. He's been taking it for 6 weeks now and he's has seen improvement

[@Jhubes5.9]

Was recently on a call for an elderly woman with diagnosed high bp but hadn’t taken her meds in a long time. Bp was 260/160, highest I’ve seen yet. Me and my partner didn’t believe ourselves the first time we took it.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow that’s high

[@skip741x3]

my gf was up at 250/180... those numbers Scare the doctors as you could Pop at any moment and have a dissection... terrifyingly high numbers....

[@russbetts1467]

For most of my life, my BP was 140/70. It only went up when I reached 59 years of age and was caring for my aged father, who was a control freak. By that time, my weight had increased from 10 st 7 lb, to over 13 stone, due to not getting the regular exercise I was used to, before caring for my father. I only discovered my raised BP after my father died in 2006. The following year, I started caring for my mother, who had developed Dementia. That was even more stressful than caring for my father. She eventually died in 2017. Since Covid in 2020 - which destroyed my social life - my BP has increased, but has stabilised at about 180/95. That said, I have recently changed medication and am showing an improvement of 150/80, which I am hoping will improve further, as I start exercising again, now that spring is here. My weight has now reduced to 11 st 5 lb since Christmas and is stable to within a couple of pounds.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Keep up the good work

[@stevenlopez1717]

I hope you’re ok. You sound like an incredible son, your parents were lucky to have you ❤

[@perfectbeat]

@@stevenlopez1717j I agree.

[@perfectbeat]

🙏

[@MrDezossa]

God bless you Russbetts, you did right by your folks, now it's time to take good care of yourself.

[@sassysandie2865]

When I do some deep breathing my bp goes down big time. My mom was put on meds at age 81 because of white coat syndrome and it led to a pacemaker and more meds. She went down hill after all that and she was full of life and energy before. She just blindly believed everything her doc told her and didn’t question him. Ugh!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that sandra. Deep breathing can help reduce blood pressure temporarily. Too many meds are a problem for our elderly for sure. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did

[@sassysandie2865]

@@TalkingWithDocs thank you! Have you heard of the book, Breath, by James Nestor? I’m currently reading and he did a lot of research on proper breathing. The main take away is to breathe in and out through our noses and our health will improve. Who knew??

[@mannyradzky493]

Yeah, most conventional drs are drug pushers for the drug lords (big pharma). Most of them are not capable of critical thinking or it has been taken away from by the drug lords with “standard of care”. Who determines standard of care, the drug lords. Stick with Dr Google, if you do the right research, you’ll be healthier for it. It was for me and I have a pacemaker and had bypass surgery 7 years ago.

[@philomenadsouza3449]

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[@olivia6063]

My mother was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 79. She was so healthy. Didn't take any meds at all. She ran 1 hour/day, travelled around the world. Perfect BP, strong heart. Then cancer took over her body. She did deep breathing to relax. Her pain was horrible. Mum passed away at the age of 82. Deep breathing helped her alot while struggling with cancer.

[@JasPlun]

Man my wife about 20 years ago was admitted to the hospital with some of the highest pressure they ever delt with. Stroke levels. Back then she took Procardia under the tongue and it took 3 weeks to bring it under control. She was in Kidney failure which did not help. Since that time she went on dialysis for 10 years, got a new Kidney from a brother and is now in good health today. I will never forget how bad it was though.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow that’s amazing. Glad she is ok

[@brianjohnston4207]

My highest blood pressure a year ago was 205 over 120 got back on my meds and changed my diet and was 117 over 70 2 days ago. I was diagnosed with hypertension in my 20s taking 40mg lisinopril and 50mg hctz now I'm 43.

[@terricunningham6810]

blood pressure is an issue that you don't mess with. Genetic can play a part. my grandma's blood pressure reading was 200/150 on a good day. the drs couldn't get it regulated no matter what they tried. she had a nasty stroke. So I am careful about my blood pressure. I am proud to say that mine is a normal reading which is good for me as mine used to run 88/60 for years. I exercise each day and am on a low salt diet.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Nice work Terri. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@Helmuesi911]

Sugar is way worse for blood pressure than salt.. I consume a decent amount of salt and very low sugar.

[@mr88cet]

I find that my blood pressure varies a lot every time I take it. Taking a mental average is difficult, so if you see a lot of variation, it may be worthwhile to keep a log of BPs, all taken under similar conditions.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Agreed Gary. Take it a lot. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@bigallis1]

Hey Doctors, just found your channel. Thank you guys for talking about blood pressure. I have been on Lisinoprilz for over 10 years now. Currently at 40 mg. My numbers have been creaping up to around 140/89 in the morning. In the PM they settle in at 132/82. Recently started taking the Lisinoprilz at bed time to see it makes a difference. It does bring both reading down some (135/85) in the AM. Going to be talking to my cardiologist today about how to lower the numbers even more. I am a very active 75 year old senior.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Jim. Best of luck. One thing worth trying for 2 weeks is a whole food plant based diet. It will bring it down for sure. No added salt. No processed food. No animal products. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@gogochristine6290]

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[@thomasauto4862]

Your BP changes all day long, don't let these guys scare you into unnecessary drugs. Research BP and you be the doctor. 140/89 will do no harm. Check it 5 min later and see.

[@danhammond9066]

My numbers started to creep up just like yours when I was 50. By the time I was 62 they were 145/95. I felt ok and had no symptoms of anything wrong with me other than that high blood pressure. Then i had an accident. I needed a CAT scan because of this accident. Then they found I had a large mass on my kidney. About the size of a nerf football. I went in for surgery had the mass and kidney removed. The tumor was 5.5 lbs in weight. And it was not cancerous. Thank God. And now my blood pressure is normal age 63 and 120/80. I had no idea I had this mass growing on my kidney and the only way it was found was with a CAT scan which was done because of a fluke accident that had nothing related what so ever to do with any sort of kidney problem. Even my kidney number prior to surgery were good. So I had no reason to go looking for a tumor. It was found completely by coincident to my unrelated accident. However that tumor was the cause of my higher blood pressure numbers. Just a heads up, something is causing it and it might be worthwhile to go looking for the cause of your high blood pressure.

[@stevenmerlock9971]

@jim I also was on that same med for about 10 years, I had no idea it was the cause of multiple issues that Dr’s said was due to my age. I was on 4 other medications for advanced arthritis, edima, lethargy and muscle weakness. They boosted from 10mg, to 20, it was from a different company and I turned into the Michilen man overnight. Dr had me stop, next day I felt different but still puffy. 2 days in I felt good, on the 3rd day I had all of the energy I had when I was 17. Of course my BP’s went up 50/20 points but my energy, Strength, and all traces of advanced arthritis an SC pain were GONE! Side effect was to be a slight cough not in my case = I missed out on 10 years of my life due to the side effects and the Dr’s never thought all of those problems e were caused by that medication BUT IT WAS.

[@Boomshakalak67]

The AAFP strongly recommends a standard blood pressure target of less than 140/90 mm Hg to reduce the risks of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. The AAFP also recommends that clinicians consider a blood pressure target of less than 135/85 mm Hg to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction.Dec 15, 2022. These are newer guidelines I found

[@d.matthews3103]

Love hearing from our Canadian doctors! ❤️👍🏻🇨🇦

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad to hear it D. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@Combat556]

My very recent hypertensive crisis (220/113) “urgency” was diagnosed in the ER as Labile Hypertension. Further tests with an Endocrinologist may reveal secondary hypertension. I’m a Vietnam veteran with over 50 years of PTSD anxiety. I’m thinking that my Adrenal glands are exhausted or worse. Thank you for your help.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Welcome G MAN. Thanks for your service. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@keithnielsen4776]

i had the same numbers

[@marktwain368]

Try EMDR therapy which is drugless, does NOT trigger PTSD and reduces it significantly in clinical practice. Find someone local who does it.

[@patriciamcphail5284]

Hi, did you get to see an endo specialist? After years of high bp and Drs fiddling around with meds ,finally diagnosed as secondary hypertension too. Turned out in my case to be Conns syndrome, needed treating urgently. Do you have low potassium levels?

[@Combat556]

@@patriciamcphail5284 yes, at Cedars-Sinai in Beverly Hills (Los Angeles). Maybe a tumor in the pituitary gland; have a video conference next week. Hope you’re issues are resolved soon. Potassium levels are okay.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Great video. I was actually at my doctors office (here in western Canada) a couple of days ago and my reading was 123 over 81 with pulse at 92. I also have a BP Reader at home that I set to do 3 passes so it gives a more accurate reading.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Amazing!

[@OneOfEightBillion]

The biggest issue with getting an accurate assessment of blood pressure is the sampling. My BP is almost always high at the doc (white coat someone). What we needed is real time monitoring, unfortunately it's still under development and isn't very accurate. I have records from over 15 years so I can track measurement over time to see trends and I now check at home regularly. This is about the best way to know what my BP is at rest. I try to get at least two measurements each day, a few times per week. I have real time monitoring off my BP from my Fitbit and HRM strap for measuring HRV.

[@hauntedshadowslegacy2826]

Friendly reminder that certain foods can also cause elevated blood pressure, too. People who have chronic hypertension probably shouldn't eat natural black licorice, for instance, because anise seed usually raises blood pressure (same with fennel, which is frequently used in Italian cuisine and meats). Oh, yeah, and some medications do it, too. Like how the medication I'm currently trying got me up to 132/96 a couple days ago. It's going down, tho, so that's nice.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing HauntedShadows. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@lesleylesley5821]

Licorice is terrible for raising BP, I was drinking licorice tea every day, and was at a walk in clinic and the guy told me to go to the ER, instead I got some BP meds. When I got home I realized it was the tea, only because they had talked about licorice and high BP on one of the Canadian news stations.

[@robertwatson818]

Last time I was in the hospital my blood pressure varied from140/80 to 207/140. No one seemed concerned at all. By taking Magnesium and calcium/zinc every day it is down to 120-130/65/75. No drugs

[@TalkingWithDocs]

That’s awesome Robert. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@mackosajt86]

how are you now?

[@CasualGamerJay]

Cant express how much stress and anxiety yall relievd me of. I have a family history of high blood pressure on both my mom and Dad's side and recently lost my uncle to a heart attack so I've been hyper vigilant about my health (to the point where i stress over it more than i should). Went to the hospital a couple of weeks ago because o was feeling weird spasms in my chest that i thought was heart arythmia at the time (it was probably stomach spasms or something else), and i used my grandma's No machine to see what my BP was. The readong was 142/86 I believe and at the time i thought i was bordering a heart crisis or something so i rushed to the hospital. Of course, they told me my heart was okay and after being in there for awhile, my BP dropped to about 122/70. They said i was jist deficent in electrolytes and that so long as i replenish them I'll be fine. However, in my head, I was under the impression that any reading over 120 and/or 80 was bad and considered too high. So after seeing this video and reading the comments, I let out a giant sigh of relief because i can now confirm that I've been stressing over nothing. Thank you guys again!

[@darlenependleton5208]

Thanks for the info! I have had high blood pressure for many years. My doc, when I was 37 or so, finally after years of dealing with it, new doc btw, said lets dig a little deeper and ultimately found that I had a bad kidney, had a nephrectomy when I was 37. Im 56 now and I have high blood pressure again and on meds. BP normally reads approx 134/90. Working on lifestyle changes, ie; diet, excercise, etc.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Best of luck Darlene. Make sure the other kidney is ok

[@glenw-xm5zf]

Please do NOT take Statens, they are liver killers, and can damage the kidneys too. I believe those drugs cause more problems than they ever solve. I quit them after 2 weeks, this was 10 yrs ago. Very hjealthy today, even though I had OHS for a valve and Bipass. they said I needed to take them for the rest of my life. I said FORGET IT. I lowered my Cholesterol by 40% with FOOD and some herbal teas (Ginger the king pin) Every week eat 3 apples and 2 avocados. and those statens? they don't reduce blockages, and they will make you weak. Big Pharma does NOT want us healthy, but instead addicted as in 'You will have to take these drugs for the rest of your life" Huge lie

[@51Saffron]

I have genetic hypertension, from my paternal side of the family. Diagnosed when I was 24. My b/p could go as high as 200/150 if I was anxious. I have been on meds since I was 24, I am now 63. However, if I take an anti anxiety pill before visiting my cardiologist, it is in a good range. It runs in the 130's over 80's. When they tested my blood pressure, it kept going up and up because I was so anxious. I never had any headaches and felt fine. I have blood work done, EKG's etc. My mother's side has longevity, and my dad's side also does even with high blood pressure. I don't eat meat or have any kind of sugar. All my blood work is good. Unfortunately, mine is a pre-disposition within my genes .A lot of people in my dad's side of the family have it. It would be high regardless. My b/p can go as low as 117/75 and my body does not like it.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hope it all goes well. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@xiomaraamelia7151]

Only eating habits she hereditary. Get your minerals in.

[@glenw-xm5zf]

Consider the meditations of your heart. What are you stuck on? Are you feeding your sould with wisdom, ornegative thought? Just curious. Hope you get rind of the meds, cause they don't cure the problem. I am also kind of Hyper but at age 77, B/P is averaging 128/75.. sometimes BP spikes.. but we do cycle during the day. If you read 170.81. don't bet anxious. Go for a walk or workout in the weight room for 30 minutes. O opmetimes read or speak the 23rd Psalm and my B.P Always drops, either a little or a lot.

[@jivory6131]

Take seamoss. You could have a defiency

[@robertstewart9859]

This is scary. So many people running off to get meds to lower blood pressure. If I were them I would want to go find out why it is high and try to treat the problem not the symptoms.

[@tiffles699]

My BP is regularly 95/55... Any time I have surgery I warn them ahead of time and tell them to reduce the settings. After my hip surgery, I saw it as low as 45/22, that definitely set off the alarms but got someone in and I got up(waited a minute or so) and went to the bathroom.

[@dusanmal]

Two recommendations from (non-medical) scientist with "high blood pressure" to MDs and particularly Cardiologists on this topic: 1) Studies are needed to see if particular physiologies of people naturally and safely have higher blood pressure than others, "120/80" might not be normal for all. In my particular case, from the very first time my blood pressure was measured in 5th grade 'till now when I am in my 50s if I am not on medication it sits between 140-160/95-100 (in 5th grade , the very first measurement was 150/100). No GP since I came to USA accepted that as normal and I am on medications since my late 30s. But, is it really needed? Nature gifted me with body type counter-indicative of this problem (tall and lean) and I am very physically active. I had several detailed Cardiologist exams (typically EKG, echo-cardiogram and stress test asked by my GP every time I move and I get new GP...). All of them perfectly normal but everytime Docs want the pressure lower... Shouldn't there be a range of "normal" just as with height and weight? 2) Modern tendencies to check BP only expeditiously with automated machines should be questioned. Aside of "white coat syndrome" there is obvious inconsistency, sometimes dramatic with these machines. I typically get almost insane results on every first automated try (ex, just recently, while in perfect real condition machine at my dentist determined I had 245/185 BP... Manual attempt by the Doc,... and it was 130/100,.... and this happens regularly for me)! These systems must be re-examined and their engineering re-done.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts

[@Karen-nq4ob]

Thank you so much for this!! I so appreciate your thoughts because I tend to agree. You have helped to put my mind at rest! (even if it's just for a little while!)

[@Drgluee]

Same here, I've always been above normal as a child. I had the same thing at the orthodontist getting a tooth pulled, they had ancient chair with a BP cuff that the plastic was actually hardened from age.. I was 215/125, there was no way in hell I trusted that machine, they wouldn't pull the tooth because of it.. Came back on meds when I measured it a neat 125/78 before going in, and again 220/130, so they put me under and said that my bp didn't get lower than 135/85 when I was passed out.. I call BS!!

[@katiequasebarth3815]

I am seeing a cardiologist in 2 weeks for high blood pressure. I'm told I have chronic hypertension. It goes through the roof when I am pregnant which unfortunately caused me to have a stillbirth at 28 weeks 2 weeks ago. It got as high as 180/110. My Dr was trying to put me on the highest dose possible of medication to keep it down. Finally she said I need a cardiologist. I was nervous at first about seeing one but after watching your videos I feel better about going in.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes Katie sounds like it’s time. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@marktwain368]

So sorry to hear about the loss of your baby, Katie. That is a cruel thing to happen when your body is acting up. Prayers for you from Canada.

[@katiequasebarth3815]

@Mark Twain thanks. Yes it is! It's been rough but I have made it through

[@Trendlespin]

The music at the beginning of these videos raises my blood pressure.

[@donofon1014]

mine too. no kidding.

[@unnamedmanynames8654]

Same

[@mrsmacca126]

Turn the volume OFF, Einstein and put the captions ON

[@squigglove]

American. 144/77 is my typical read. And I absolutely was diagnosed with White Coat going up between 180/100 - 223/115 at the doc or E.R.

[@leonardhuxtable4435]

Great explanation for what we patients believe to be one of the mysteries of medicine. Thank you!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome Leonard. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@real1997]

I think I’ve found my favourite KZbin channel. You blokes are genuinely hilarious. I understand health is serious but you have to laugh at yourself, which you fellas do naturally, along with the easily understood information. Regards from Oz and keep up the good work.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks so much REAL - doing our best! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@darlenericotta7550]

@@TalkingWithDocs Yes you are awesome Docs! Thanks again.

[@davebarnett682]

I used to be a paramedic. It was fun seeing 3 doctors laughing and talking about blood pressure. I didn't learn anything but is was neat and fun!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Well that’s something Dave! Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@mclary9808]

60 years old, 5’8” and 230 pounds my BP is 118/68. I quit taking a bunch of meds the VA put me on and I feel alot better

[@Straightdeal]

I take my BP at home. My BP just seconds ago was 116/69 pulse 62 (average of 3 readings). Yes, it is always higher at my GP; 120 to 125/80 normally, but when I see her it is normally earlier in the morning. It is now mid-day. I use an OMRON M7 meter, which is pretty much the standard used at clinics. But the Dr's still use the mercury system, which I guess can also be susceptible to faulty readings, depending on the Dr's hearing! I do use a low-dose betablocker and lisinopril 10mg once a day; have been for years. Doctors are reluctant to reduce medication if "everything is under control". The meds have no side effects, so I just continue taking it. My health actually pretty good, as far as I know. My other blood worx look great.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Nice Stefan. There is some variability for sure. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@paulao7022]

If it's not broke... then don't fix it.

[@alegna1983]

I ‘ve experienced the white coat syndrome occasionally when going to the dentist or doctors visits. My BP stays down around the 130 over 80 mark but goes up in the 140/150 range when visiting a doctor.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Not too bad Angela

[@freedomforever6718]

Excellent information. I believe that diet and exercise are two of the most important things everyone can do that helps maintain proper blood pressure.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes Freedom Forever you are correct! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@ardenpowers7730]

So true . . . I have been training in the Gym for over 40 years, and have always maintained a healthful lifestyle along with good nutrition.

[@Comeoffitman]

I’ve been and high blood pressure from 30 years. My diastolic and distillick are 220 total. The good rating is in the good range since a started medical stuff

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very nice

[@michaeledwards8079]

my highest over the past 5 years was 225 over 120 when i went to the GP and they made me lie down for 4 hours with an ECG to 90 over 50 when chilling out, it is usually about 125 over 75 when checked at my hospital which is currently every 3 weeks. It's called stress or nerves and I'm 74 years of age

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow Michael. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@jimwright5529]

Great segment gentlemen. I had chronic mildly "on the high end" blood pressure that was being controlled by medication. In December 2018 is suffered a very significant "lower aortic dissection". I fortunately somehow survived with an extended stay in hospital and am now "stable" after lowering my blood pressure to sub 120/75. For those whom think, I am a bit on the high side and I will be o.k. - think again - see your doctor.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing Jim. Scary. Glad you are ok. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@Kelly_Ben]

I'm so glad you're OK! I was roughly 145/95 for several years in my early 40s, but I was so darn healthy otherwise, I refused medications. My doctor literally said he had no recommendations for lifestyle changes other than to try to get more sleep. Then I had a minor heart attack at 43. I'm now happily taking THREE meds, feel great, I'm back to running, weights, etc. I wish I'd just taken the meds!

[@jimwright5529]

@@Kelly_Ben Glad you are OK too. I was much the same, but I think my high stress IT job got the better of me, even on meds.

[@paulao7022]

120/75 is excellent B/P.

[@elliegabriella9784]

​@@jimwright5529how long it last sir 😅

[@Robowx]

I believe from my experience. Blood pressure is individualistic. When my blood pressure is lower than 120/80. I am dizzy and cannot function. But when my blood pressure is higher than 120/80 I can function normally. Also Why is normal blood pressure in India 140/90?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Robert. We were not aware normal blood pressure is 140/90 in India. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@Robowx]

@@TalkingWithDocs I looked it up. In some other country too. I think Sweden.

[@donneary7104]

Hi Robert Bowrosen. Like you, I think BP is more of an individualistic thing. I'm in my 70's and my BP has been a constant 155/92 with a pulse in 55-65 range for the last 25 years. I've been prescribed many different BP meds over the years by various Docs. Every time my BP goes down to anywhere below 130/90 I start to feel terrible with all kinds of side effects. My Mother had the same resistance to BP meds as me and with the same 155/90 report. She lived until age 81 and died from aortic heart valve regurgitation. Five years ago I was diagnosed with the same heart valve problem. It' has moved from minor to moderate in 5 years' time. We are just a blueprint of our parentage. With this knowledge in hand, I now live life to the fullest knowing I'm on my last lap. If I live five more years, that's fine with me. There's an end to all things, including me.

[@Robowx]

@@donneary7104 Hi Don. I just saw this. Well, I pray for healing of your heart, aorta. Yes I believe blood pressure is individualistic. When my BP is lower than 120/80 I'm very dizzy and really can't function much. Isn't it funny doctors don't study that!

[@cobar5342]

A word of advice from a recently retired Family Doctor in Australia. I only use a manual mercury manometer. There are a few reasons. Firstly they allow you to hover around the two pertinent zones and secondly you can lower the pressure at your own rate. Automatic machines are always going to be out by one heartbeat. I never rely on a patients home machine unless I have done an AB comparison in my office. (Most home machine over-read, especially the systolic

[@lars5288]

The problem of these digital machines is that they aren't measuring the real pressure, but only use non standardized algorithms to guess a pressure value-and every manufacturer has it's own algorithm or is using one over the counter algorithm. As these machines have huge problems reading correctly when there are extrasystolic events or/and (even small) body movements or tension or different levels of fat/muscles, all results are either completely wrong or just guessed right. Their popularity comes from their known false readings, as it makes it much easier to set patients under pressure to take a (in most cases) life long therapy without a stable scientific base. What there is is a lot of studies based on these false readings, and the funny idea that the symptom is the underlying cause. At all, without some rare conditions of kidney and thyroid there is no known reason for high blood pressure yet, so it's still doubtful if the idea of blood pressure as an illness is plausible. They found atherosclerosis in mummies, who had compared with today heavy physical activity and just ate healthy foods and what else is introduced by doctors to make their patients feel guilty and make them believe they need a life long prescription therapy. And it's clear that specially in older people a higher blood pressure is increasing their life expectancy. Maybe in some decades the bp thing will turn out like the cholesterol nonsense, and bp meds are doing just as much harm as statins did.

[@cobar5342]

@@lars5288 The evidence is to the contrary. Look at what has happened to life expectancy over the last 100 years. In 1900 a man could expect 50 years. Now it is around 85. Why? Many factors of course. Vaccine preventable diseases is probably the biggest. Good sanitation and water supply and varied food... (America now has a declining expectancy due to over-eating and all that comes with that. A different topic) Then in the mid 1960's heart disease in men took a dive. Why? It was the advent of the first reasonable anti-hypertensive agent. These days such meds are very sophisticated. From an Australian doctor

[@rjohnsoneod]

120/80??? Wow, my entire Army career of over 20 years and I don't think my BP was ever below 140/90. It was regularly 150+. Every time I saw a new Army doctor they would monitor me for a few weeks and then leave me alone. Once in a great while it would go to 210/105 or so. Toward the end of my career, I was over 40, they put me on BP pills and my wife bought me a BP machine. I got out of the Army about 05 and my bp leveled out to just under 140 most of the time. Of course in 2020 I was back up over 200/100 every time I turned on the news.

[@GTOGregory]

I can understand your situation. As a guy who was in the military for 26 years, I also had elevated blood pressure. However, at home my BP was down. All that good exercise kept me slim, but it never helped my BP.

[@SIGNALFREQ]

210/105 😳

[@the1aviator]

Holy cow that’s High

[@dojocho1894]

every cardiologist I ever seen except one said once you hit 90 instant blood medication..thats just foolish said my present Dr. First start with a life style change diet exercise and less stress...stress is the actual real heart attack causing issue but they get paid to sell drugs. Look at the covid scam and vaccines and boosters. Im former US Army 1/75th Ranger.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Big John. Thanks for your service. It would be better if we can get that down a bit. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@alicemaarouf3911]

This was brilliantly explained , I on a few occasions have had high readings . Recently in hospital with a bout of gangrene in my toe not due to any disease. Used a freeze spray which caused it. During routine blood tests I was diagnosed with Familia Polythycemia. I run to help keep my blood circulation . I take baby aspirin at bedtime and BP meds in the morning . I still suffer the occasional bout of elevated BP . Directly get my legs in the air and do breathing exercises which works . Sorry to bore you . Thanks again for this info.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for sharing Alice. Sounds like you have it under control. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@paulao7022]

Some chopped up raw garlic, helps high B/P also.

[@christors]

You guys do a great job with your content, and so down to earth.

[@toddboothbee1361]

At home my BP is low normal, 105/76. In the medical setting, 166/96. While on BP meds, I had to stop exercise, and my BP went as low as 84/55. I was 54. I quit the BP meds, which resulted in me becoming older a few years later.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hope it’s ok now Todd

[@toddboothbee1361]

@@TalkingWithDocs Still white coat syndrome, but at home my BP is back to 105/76, and I exercise regularly. No meds. Thanks!

[@elliegabriella9784]

​@@toddboothbee1361how thing's going now 😅

[@toddboothbee1361]

@@elliegabriella9784 Great, thanks!

[@samkitty5894]

Numbers are just numbers. I had BP of 140/90 for close to 45 years. Energy to burn. My job was physical in nature. I also maintained my huge property and my home. I also played soccer 3-4 times every week and coach kids 2 times a week. Never been sick. Not even with flu or cold. Never took a sick day from work. Page forward...I was diagnosed with BPH, typical of most men my age. They put me on BPH meds. Basically vasal dilator. That helped with BPH but it also did the following: Dropped my BP to 120/80, I have no energy, I always feel tired, I have no sex drive, I have ED and aches all over. I can't fall asleep, my vision got worse....oh, yes, on the plus side, I'm growing hair in places no hair should grow. Also my nails need clipping every 3-4 days... I miss my high BP...there, I said it.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that Sam. Worth a chat with your doctor. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@brandonyo5718]

Wow are you feeling any better?

[@LeannMyway]

You know I relate to what your saying my bp has been 140/90 since 2019..and still high and I feel fine no issues.

[@lesleylesley5821]

Spironolactone?

[@samkitty5894]

@@lesleylesley5821 Are you joking? I do not want to lower my BP even more.

[@neolee8206]

It would have been useful to discuss how to take your blood pressure. Stress, physical strain, and other factors can temporarily raise your levels and might not be concerning.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Neo. We have a video about that

[@enantiomer2000]

Yeah my blood pressure is always higher at the doctor's office just like they mentioned. I take mine at home every week averaging around 120/70 or so. Had a heart stress test recently and the cardiologist said I have the healthiest heart he has ever seen.

[@denisemariner9755]

Dr. Heffernan nails topics in a way, that patients can understand. Hope part two addresses genetic implications! Thanks guys, stay safe and healthy up there!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Denise. Will be more about medication though. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@denisemariner9755]

@@TalkingWithDocs You guys are the best! We appreciate all of your efforts on our behalf.👍

[@omarabc6191]

I am a 24 year old woman / girs from INDONESIA. with hypertension: systolic value: 173 / DIASTOLIC: 140. I complain of shortness of breath. 4 years, & 5 times ischemic stroke, liver, chronic stomach pain. joint problems, & bones. I always cry. & always treated in hospital. My youth was miserable. 💪💪💪

[@dominionn09]

I have an anxiety issue and my pressure can get up in the 160’s in the doc office. I overthink it due to health anxiety. I even have to sneak up on it at home or it will be high. The funny thing is that I know exactly when it’s going to be high or normal based on my thoughts and emotions. It’s crazy

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Just need to keep it chill dominion. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@bayareadrifter415]

THIS TOTAL DESCRIBES ME! You couldn't have said it better just 2 nights ago I had extreme anxiety when I seen my pressure 159 / 95. I did not rest before I took it either which I should have. Normally resting its about 125/75. When I got to the ER it was 195/81. Anxiety definitely plays a huge role. I suffer from a panic disorder with extreme health anxiety and agoraphobia. Once during a panic attack my blood pressure was 230 / 120 with a heart rate of 240. Emotions play a huge role

[@cindymcgrath5698]

Same here. My doc understands that now. My blood pressure is better at home. Driving in traffic to the doc’s office makes it go high because of the anxiety. I also have chronic pain.

[@LaynieLashes]

I am the exact same!

[@genesispena4095]

Thank you for helping me understand - nursing student ❤

[@KginVT]

Great video- especially to hear from doctors. I’d also love to hear more specific tips in addition to life style changes; perhaps breathing techniques, and how to properly take one’s own bp. I discovered I had not been doing it correctly- so I kept getting false readings. Thank you for addressing this very important health issue!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

You are very welcome Karen. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@chakrahealing3575]

Mine is 102/52

[@paulao7022]

I take deep breaths, through my nose and exhale through my mouth.

[@runninro]

Thank you for mentioning at home testing! Every time I go to donate blood the reading has me as high blood pressure but at home my test has me completely normal. It’s had me questioning my sanity.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Nope. Not insane!

[@JessicaSanchez-rv1ju]

I'm the same way! At Doctors office my pressure goes high 140/90 at the time I'm also experiencing anxiety..but, If I go and check my BP on my own I'm able to control my BP and it goes back to 123 or 130

[@cclngthr]

My BP was always within the 110-120/70-80 ish but I always had a faster heartbeat, resting was at 115 BPM. 2 years ago I went in to the cardiologist to see why my heart rate was higher. Went to the cardiologist and he did a echo and found my heart not to be pumping correctly. Ejection rate was 10-15% without meds. Did look with an angiogram which was normal. It took a year to restore the ejection rate to normal limits. What I notice though is I lost a lot of strength after this.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear this Colin. Hope it continues to improve for you

[@vbphysiologyexp682]

При 110/70 и пульсе 115, давление будет 153,08мм рт ст(давление высокое). При показателях 120/70 и пульсе 115, давление будет 166,99мм рт ст.( Давление высокое).

[@CobaltLobster]

Yeah, that whole oxygen delivery equation is something cardiologists HATE.

[@vbphysiologyexp682]

Газ растворяется в крови при высоком давлении. Кислород не может быть извлечен в свободном состоянии. У кислорода парциальное давление ниже чем у водорода и азота, поэтому его сложнее выделить в свободном состоянии. В альвеолах, при поступлении кислорода, происходит дегазация крови.

[@IntelligentElephant]

​@@vbphysiologyexp682you're very smart. American doctors don't talk like this. Thank you for the information

[@robertrobinson1554]

Three medications and still high 140s/90s... Simply converted to SOS (no Salt, Oil, Sugar) and Whole Foods (no Meats, Dairy) diet. In 30-days I've already eliminated one medication and just started to remove second (all with Dr. support) via monitoring BP. Unbelievable... Goal is to be completely off all BP medications in a couple months!!!

[@Hanover-ek4jy]

Carbs and sugar are killers!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very nice Robert! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes they are Ted. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.

[@BillSW]

@@Hanover-ek4jy Obesity is the killer as a result of eating unhealthy carbs and sugars. Eat good carbs like fruits, vegetables and unprocessed whole grains.

[@carolynw4814]

I am so thankful you shared this as I take three BP meds and still my pressure regularly measures near or above 140/89. I thought with three meds my BP would be great. It will try to adjust my diet. Thanks again. God Bless.

[@RatKindler]

I've known for years that my BP was on the high side but didn't take it seriously. My dentist started checking BP at every vist and it was 190/100 and she refused to treat me until I got a note from my doctor. I got put on meds and now it's down to 150-160/90 during dental vists and 120-140/80 at home. My doctor seems satisfied at this in terms of medication and of course pushes lifestyle changes for further reduction.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes lifestyle changes! Just make small regular ones.

[@steadychaosproductions3376]

your dentist took your BP? Huh? Since when do dentists do this?

[@RatKindler]

@@steadychaosproductions3376 I guess it's a relatively new thing. My dentist checks my BP and does a health survey with every visit. Even makes sure I follow up with the family doctor and specialists. More of an integrated health approach I suppose.

[@steadychaosproductions3376]

@@RatKindler strange, i mean, theyre there to clean your teeth...not issue bp meds. But hey, who knows? haha

[@davidwhitworth6030]

Was at the dentist , they said where checking BP, was 160/101, after my appointment, went to hospital,as no family doctor,they put me on meds and said come back in 2 weeks, going to change diet and exercise more, do walk the dog twice a day ,for an hour, but with chronic pain hard to get a good nights sleep

[@deva190]

For years I rarely ate processed foods and used no salt. Never even had salt in my home. At age 65, my morning blood pressure is usually no higher than 130. Bottom number usually no higher than 90. Something happens as the day goes on, by 3-4 pm it can be as high as 150/90. Higher in Doctor's office. I added some sea salt and it seems to have brought it down a bit. But I think as I got older, mine is related to stress( I have no stress in the morning) and most likely insulin resistance.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes as we age it does creep up

[@missymoo1568]

Thank you for all your advice. I'm in the UK and I called the doctor a couple of weeks ago as I just wasn't feeling right, I took my blood pressure and it was higher than normal for me. The dr said, he'd bite my arm off for blood pressure like mine, it was 146/54 and said he wouldn't take it seriously unless it was 180 or over. Just over two weeks later my blood pressure is still rising, today its 158/67 so I have called them again and I managed to get an appointment, however I am here on youtube looking for ways to help lower it naturally because I know it will just be...here's a prescription and off you go. I eat healthy, no processed foods, I work out every day, I have never smoked or drink caffeine and I only drink a small amount of red wine, my weight is 41kg, so for me, I want to find out what is the cause of my high BP not just take medication for it. Any tips of what I should be asking when I see the doctor? Many thanks

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Missy. Sorry to hear this. There are many causes. Some genetic. They will likely do baseline testing if your thyroid, your adrenals, your kidneys etc. best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@elliegabriella9784]

Do u have aniexty ma'am 😅

[@markpashia7067]

While this is a very good explanation of what we are measuring, the thing I cannot find anywhere INCLUDING MY DOCTOR is the best practices for how and when to measure. I do know as a chronic pain patient that pain drives my BP much higher than when it is under control. If I take my meds and wait half an hour for them to start working the BP drops drastically and usually down to very good numbers, but once they wear off I am back in the danger range. I hate the thought of staying in bed all day to avoid the pain levels. The other thing that is hard to find is what are the adjustments to the numbers that are considered acceptable based upon age and lifestyle. I am no where near as active at 68 as when I was thirty and a shingle roofer by trade. It does seem that some of my medications cause muscle ache and fatigue that causes me to be less active and one might be my BP medication. I often wonder if I would be better off without the medication if it allowed me to be more active. All of this seems to be a bunch of "trade offs" that are poorly understood and one size fits all is not very helpful.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Hi Mark. There are multiple factors for sure. If your BP is related to pain it would be best to measure when you have your average amount of pain. Ideally sitting for 3-5 minutes before taking it. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@TheRealityfades]

My bp at age 24 was 190/90. After tilt table testing and other testing, it was revealed that I have hyperadrenergic pots. So, I make too much adrenaline which causes the high heart rate and bp, thpugh I do have AVNRT as well. I take beta blockers and an ace inhibitor and that has really helped me.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow Rachel. Thanks for sharing

[@thomasmoshier3920]

It depends on what your EF is. What’s your resting HR. It’s more than just systolic and diastolic pressures.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Well yes but the guidelines still apply

[@WendyWahman]

I seem to have severe "white coat syndrome," my bp was 171 over something (I only heard the 171, I was in such shock). That was the highest I've ever known it to be. Scary! But every time I go to the doctor it is very high. At home, my bp is anywhere from 111 over 66 to 130 over 74. I've taken it after coffee, exercising, and even arguing with my husband just to see how high it might be. Also, I read that Prozac can increase blood pressure, and I've been on it for years and am thinking of transitioning off it. I have an appt. with my new dr. (new insurance) soon and will address this. with her. But, what in the world is going on at the doctor's?! How can I be that anxious? I don't feel that anxious, it's always shocking - and scary - how high it gets there, and I wonder if there are other places it's soaring that I don't know about.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Oh man Wendy. Hope it gets better. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@paulao7022]

Stress and pain, can cause the BP to go high too. When you get inside to see your doctor.. Take about 5 deep breaths, through the nose and release it through the mouth. That will calm you and give you a regular BP reading. Good luck.

[@WendyWahman]

@@paulao7022 thank you, I'll try that next time.

[@Helmuesi911]

@@WendyWahman Drink a bottle of wine before your appointment.. you’ll be alright.

[@WendyWahman]

@@Helmuesi911 Ha!!

[@KDOERAK]

I have white coat hypertension too. From the Netherlands: greetings to these Canadian doctors. "The heart squeezes the blood out" - the out gave you away😀👍

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Ha Kees. Proudly Canadian🇨🇦. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@Oldfogey2014]

Great video folks. If it helps anyone I was diagnosed with high BP by a doctor at the age of 32 and he said I may not live for another 30 years. Although he couldn’t figure the exact cause but I think I was quite overweight at the time. Since then I managed to change my diet and had to accept eating less. I found the change difficult at first but I did it slowly…..now I’m 60 and my BP is in the normal range though still with the aid of medication.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Congrats!

[@dreamas_diary]

I take mine at home regularly. I'm on Lisinopril 10mg. It works beautifully for me. When I go to the office it's always higher.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

For sure

[@kidkong637]

Would you guys consider doing a video on blood pressure, heart rate and perfusion pressure as relates to pulse oximitry? Great video!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes we will add it to the list KittyKong. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@Wesrocki]

To bring a realistic prospective to your two videos on the topic of blood pressure, It would be useful to have a video on how to properly measure BP in home and the the office.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

That is a great idea Dr Wes! We will add it to the list. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@rudra62]

Indeed! I've observed many medical practices using the wrong sized blood pressure cuff, getting a wrong and useless number, often leading to medication recommendations when they are not needed - and cause harm. I've had someone use a pediatric cuff on a 300 lb woman, and a large-adult cuff on a 100 lb man in my presence - and insist it was all okay when called on this.

[@methag-mm1he]

The most common issue I have at the doctor's office is they will do a pressure test as soon as I've gotten in the room not allowing for a resting pressure to come back after walking in and getting weighted, which results in higher readings than my home test shows, and different staff will test differently which also means different results if we lived in a perfect world then a standard reading could be expected but in the real world of stress we get what we get not what we want.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes you need to sit and chill first for sure. Thanks for watching and subscribing

[@methag-mm1he]

@@TalkingWithDocs thanks for replying, trying to get the staff to follow the recommended practice is very hard when they are trying to run as many patients through as possible in a day.

[@rudra62]

There's that, and the standard of running Fox News in every physician's waiting room in the country. That will get anyone's blood pressure up!

[@methag-mm1he]

@@rudra62 yep fox has gotten bad but CNN and MSNBC being on can bring on stroke level BP, with all their lies.

[@rudra62]

@@methag-mm1he All of the news, whether mostly true or outright lies, brings on stroke-level BP no matter what political positions anyone holds - or anyone worried about their own safety in the near future. Fox is ubiquitous. I have never seen other news in my or my family's medical offices.

[@janineparker3041]

My brother died of a stroke Nov. 2022. His blood pressure was REALLY high even though he took all the meds and diet etc. He seemed like a very healthy 62 year old but underneath was 200/100 + BP all the time.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Wow Janine. Sorry to hear that

[@jasonsmith7416]

This is like a mini grand rounds. I would like a version of this for nurses and other providers. So well presented

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thank you so much Jason. Yes it is probably meant more for patients but if we scienced it up a bit could be for rounds for sure! Thanks for watching and subscribing