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What is the most important blood pressure value the systolic (top) or the diastolic (bottom) reading?

April 26, 2017blood pressure Diastolic Reading Systolic value

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What is the most important blood pressure value the systolic (top) or the diastolic (bottom) reading?

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It’s always best to discuss these questions with your physician. A general rule is that both the systolic and diastolic blood pressure measurements are equally important as they reflect your heart during a contraction and during relaxation.