by CyberGwen !
Member since:
March 7, 2007

Can someone explain Blood Pressure to me?

May 29, 2008 12:16 PM UTC
views: 0 | comments: 23
I know that that question sounds a little stupid, but I have been searching and searching and can't find anything that really explains even blood pressure in general.  I want to know what organs or systems are in charge of it, you might say.

I asked the doctor and just spewed the basics. Even WebMD just talks about the risks and treatments and doesn't really explain what is really happening to make someone's blood pressure high or even low for that matter.  They just give you the reasons for getting the number down.

Here is why I am asking…..My BF has high blood pressure, but an really low pulse rate. To me, that doesn't make sense. My logical way of thinking says that if his pressure is high, it should mean that his pulse /heart rate should be high as well because it is what is keeping the blood moving so darn fast.  See what I am saying?

On the other hand, I have really low blood pressure, but my pulse/heart rate is through the roof. 

I guess that I am looking for a correlation between the blood pressure and heart rate and I don't understand why there isn't.


So, can you help?

Comments: 23

Bridget Jean May 29, 2008, 12:43pm UTC
I can't help but I hope someone can!
j - Frugal Mom - r. May 29, 2008, 12:45pm UTC
Sorry Gwen, I don't have an answer to your question. I'm sure other gatheres will be more helpful.
Linda G. May 29, 2008, 12:49pm UTC
Blood pressre affactts how hard you heart and organs have to work. Too high puts too much pressure on your system. I also have high BP and ow heart rate, not that uncommon, but it limited the choice in medications because some slow your heart rate.
~Lady Neeetah of California~Obama #44 W. May 29, 2008, 1:19pm UTC
Heather pretty much covered it, Gwen. Tell your boyfriend (I am assuming that he does exercise, and the safest aerobic exercise is brisk walking), that he should do away with salt entirely. Processed foods have more than enough in it. Tell him to use sea salt. It is inexpensive, and even saltier that the regular stuff, but much healthier than iodized salt.

Another thing that people forget to do: deep breathing exercises several times a day. There are a lot more things . . . despite my recent health issues, everything else with me is cool. Even that no good surgeon complimented me when he took a look inside.

If your BF can, he should really do away with meats, too.
Just so you know, my BP has never gone over 120 (top) or 75 (bottom) ever. I average 100/60, even after several cups of coffee.
~Lady Neeetah of California~Obama #44 W. May 29, 2008, 1:24pm UTC
Almost forgot this one, Gwen: S-T-R-E-S-S and that one is a biggie. People don't realize just how big it is with BP. A real killer it is. But that is where YOU come in, my Dear!!!

I am sure YOU know how to relieve his stress(es).

;=)
Heh, heh, heh, heh!
Jean R B. May 29, 2008, 2:31pm UTC
Very low blood pressure is usually accompanied with low blood sugar. If yours is too low consider eating a few celery stalks in between meals to pull up your blood sugar.
Melanie S. May 29, 2008, 2:38pm UTC
Well, looks like you're pretty covered here heh.
Danielle P. May 29, 2008, 3:04pm UTC
I'm glad they answered your questions and I learned a thing or two.
Marianne R. May 29, 2008, 4:13pm UTC
Glad you got the answers
Joy H. May 29, 2008, 7:11pm UTC
Gwen

I did a search on blood pressure and heart rate basics and found this:

http://www.the-aps.org/education/k12curric/activities/pdfs/runyan.pdf

I read it, and its basic good information.
Check it out. :-)
Sheila Deeth May 29, 2008, 8:37pm UTC
Interesting answers.
CyberGwen ! May 29, 2008, 11:03pm UTC
Thank you all so much! I had already cut out all salt and most meat, cook healthy from scratch and his work is somewhat physical, but even after a year, it didn't go down. So he did start meds. Those have helped, but I just wanted a better grasp on it. You all gave me that!
CyberGwen ! May 29, 2008, 11:12pm UTC
I forgot to add that I know that stress is a big factor with him. There is nothing like a divorce to stress you out. We are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel with it, I hope, I hope, I hope:)
Nancy S. May 30, 2008, 12:34am UTC
I hope the stres lets up soon Gwen. Most of mine comes from an ex daughter in law.
Jean E. May 30, 2008, 7:30am UTC
i had an inkling of the answer - but glad someone else answered it with knowledge - bottom line though, take care of it girlfriend ~j
Glad you got some good answers. I have often wondered this myself.
CyberGwen ! May 30, 2008, 4:23pm UTC
Thanks, I will do my best to help without hovering:) Hopefully by the end of summer, most of the big stress will be gone. We are just waiting for a court date for the divorce and his daughter will be moving out of our house in August. (I like her, but she stresses me out, which, I think stresses him out)
Rose Hill May 30, 2008, 5:25pm UTC
All I know it's bad when it's high and it's bad when it's low. So thanks for asking, I think I'll check out the link you got.:)
CyberGwen ! May 30, 2008, 10:16pm UTC
Thanks Rose, it seems the more we think we know, the less we know!
Nurse Nancy S. Jun 2, 2008, 1:24pm UTC
Well, I guess I am a bit late answering this one. Just read above and you have your answer.

Hope all goes well!
CyberGwen ! Jun 2, 2008, 3:48pm UTC
Thanks Nancy!
busy reader g. Sep 18, 2008, 10:00pm UTC
I came to answer but saw you got answers! Basically blood pressure has to do with stress! have a great weekend!

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