Blood pressure report · US guideline
My Blood Pressure is 140/124 - good or bad?
Call 911 (US) or your local emergency number if you also have
chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness or weakness, a change in vision or trouble speaking. Without these, contact your doctor today — don't wait for the next appointment.
What this reading tells you
Readings this high need a second measurement after five quiet minutes. If they stay above 180/120, it is a medical situation — and with warning signs it is an emergency (see the red box).
Your diastolic number is the one that sets the category here — the other one alone would rate as stage 2 hypertension.
Know your numbers
The average pressure that keeps your organs supplied — diastolic plus one third of the gap. Around 70–100 is typical; below 65 organs can be under-supplied.
Narrow. Measure again; if it stays this small, mention it to your doctor.
Questions to ask your doctor
- Why did my blood pressure go this high — is there an underlying cause?
- What should I do if it happens again?
- Do I need tests for organ damage?
Your 7-day home check
One reading can mislead. Measure twice each morning (before medication and coffee) and evening for a week, skip day 1, and average the rest. Print this log or copy it. How to measure: How to Check Your Blood Pressure at Home.
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Print this page · Home average of 130/80 or higher counts as hypertension.
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MyBodyResearch explains readings in general terms; it does not diagnose. High blood pressure is confirmed with repeated measurements, and treatment decisions belong with your doctor.