![]() For example, if your blood pressure reading is 125/85 millimeters of mercury (mmHg), you may have stage 1 hypertension. If your systolic and diastolic readings fall into two different categories, your correct blood pressure category is the higher category. Here's a look at the four blood pressure categories and what they mean for you: * Normal: Ideal blood pressure * Elevated: Increased blood pressure that is not yet considered hypertension * Stage 1 Hypertension: Systolic pressure between 130-139 mmHg or diastolic pressure between 80-89 mmHg ![]() * Stage 2 Hypertension: Systolic pressure of 140 mmHg or higher, or diastolic pressure of 90 mmHg or higher An accurate measurement determines what kind of treatment you may need. To get an accurate blood pressure measurement, your healthcare provider typically considers the average of two or more blood pressure readings from three or more office visits. The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association divide blood pressure into these four general categories.
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