High blood pressure leads to cardiovascular disease which can be fatal if untreated for many years. Know your numbers so you can take control of your health xoxo, #yourcardiologybestie Screenshot for later ⬇️👇🏾 Top number: SBP = 120 or less Bottom number: DPB = 80 or less SBP Stages of Hypertension: Stage 1 Hypertension: SBP 130-139/DBP 80-89 Stage 2 Hypertension: SBP ≥140/DBP ≥90 Treatment Approach: 1. Lifestyle modifications like diet, exercise, and weight loss 2. Medication when necessary, especially for those at high risk or with Stage 2 hypertension. ⚠️ SBP ≥140 mm Hg or DBP ≥90 mm Hg, or those with SBP 130-139/DBP 80-89 and high cardiovascular risk. • If you’re measuring your BP at home it is important to get accurate measurements • Ask us about proper technique and bring your BP cuff to clinic so we can teach you! DISCLAIMER: None of this content constitutes direct medical advice or constitutes a patient-doctor relationship. Views expressed here do not repres...