Is 170 or 80 a bad blood pressure reading...?!
Question: It needs attention. Of course everyone's blood pressure fluctuates, and it can give a high reading at one hour and a low reading at next, depending upon stress or activity levels. The only way to test for hypertension( high blood pressure) is to take your blood pressure regularly at different levels of activity. Also at rest. If you consistently have readings above 140/ 80 you are mildly hypertensive and should consult your primary caregiver.
Answers: It needs attention. Of course everyone's blood pressure fluctuates, and it can give a high reading at one hour and a low reading at next, depending upon stress or activity levels. The only way to test for hypertension( high blood pressure) is to take your blood pressure regularly at different levels of activity. Also at rest. If you consistently have readings above 140/ 80 you are mildly hypertensive and should consult your primary caregiver.
Yes. Your systolic (the top number) is quite high.