Thoughts on BP with average systolic yet raised diastolic

Beta blockers, also known as beta-adrenergic blocking agents, are medications that reduce your blood pressure. Beta blockers work by blocking the effects of the hormone epinephrine, also known as adrenaline. When you take beta blockers, the heart beats more slowly and with less force, thereby reducing blood pressure. Beta blockers also help blood vessels open up to improve blood flow. ^{Reference: Mayo Staff}

Is your Dr. satisfied with your BP in the 120/80 range - if not he may want to adjust or change you medication ?  We all react to medications in our own unique way.

Kindly,

Kitt

Blood pressure is the amount of force (pressure) that blood exerts on the walls of the blood vessels as it passes through them. There are two pressures measured for blood pressure:

• Pressure while the heart is beating (known as systolic blood pressure)
• Pressure while it is relaxed (known as diastolic blood pressure).

Diastolic blood pressure changes frequently throughout the day. Things that can make diastolic blood pressure change within a few minutes include:

• Posture
• Level of exercise
• Amount of tension
• Nicotine use.

Therefore, it's best to use several blood pressure readings to arrive at your average blood pressure.

Be sure to look at your overall health, lifestyle, diet, and family history when comparing your blood pressure to what's considered "normal blood pressure." These factors may cause you to have a higher or lower blood pressure than what's considered normal. ^{Reference: eMed}

I wish I knew a simple answer but I don't so the above is the best I can do.    

Kindly,

Kitt