1. What is High Blood Pressure?

Definition: High blood pressure (hypertension) is when your blood pressure is consistently 140/90 mmHg or higher.

Purpose: This calculator helps identify if your blood pressure readings indicate hypertension based on standard medical guidelines.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following criteria:

Where:

• Systolic — The top number (pressure when heart beats)
• Diastolic — The bottom number (pressure between beats)

Explanation: If either number meets or exceeds the threshold, it indicates high blood pressure.

3. Importance of Blood Pressure Monitoring

Details: Regular monitoring helps detect hypertension early, reducing risks of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your latest blood pressure readings. For accurate results, take multiple readings at rest.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What if only one number is high?
A: Either systolic ≥140 OR diastolic ≥90 indicates hypertension. Both don't need to be high.

Q2: What's considered normal blood pressure?
A: Below 120/80 mmHg is normal. Between 120-139/80-89 is prehypertension.

Q3: When should I see a doctor?
A: If readings are consistently ≥140/90, or if you have symptoms like headaches or dizziness.

Q4: How often should I check my blood pressure?
A: At least annually for adults, more often if you have risk factors or previous high readings.

Q5: Can one high reading mean I have hypertension?
A: No, diagnosis requires multiple elevated readings on different occasions.