Patient's question:
I got married last year. Recently, I've been experiencing lower abdominal pain, especially during my period. I'm very worried about it affecting my fertility, and I'm also extremely sensitive to cold and coldness. Could you please tell me what is considered normal blood pressure in the late stages of pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
All normal adults should have a systolic blood pressure of less than or equal to 140 mmHg (18.6 kPa) and a diastolic blood pressure of less than or equal to 90 mmHg (12 kPa). If an adult's systolic blood pressure is greater than or equal to 160 mmHg (21.3 kPa) and diastolic blood pressure is greater than or equal to 95 mmHg (12.6 kPa), it is considered hypertension. Blood pressure values between the two aforementioned levels, specifically a systolic pressure of 141–159 mmHg (18.9–21.2 kPa) and a diastolic pressure of 91–94 mmHg (12.1–12.5 kPa), are classified as borderline hypertension.When diagnosing hypertension, multiple blood pressure measurements are required. A definitive diagnosis can only be made if the average diastolic blood pressure over at least two consecutive measurements is 90 mmHg (12.0 kPa) or higher. A single elevated blood pressure reading is not sufficient for a diagnosis but requires follow-up monitoring.