Blood pressure naturally changes with age, but “normal” values are usually considered within a standard range. Blood pressure is measured as systolic/diastolic (mmHg). Here’s a general guide by age:
Infants and Children
- Newborns (0–1 month): 60–85 / 35–55
- Infants (1–12 months): 80–100 / 55–65
- Toddlers (1–3 years): 90–105 / 55–70
- Preschool (3–5 years): 95–110 / 60–75
- School-age (6–12 years): 100–120 / 60–75
- Adolescents (13–18 years): 110–120 / 65–80
Adults
- Normal adult blood pressure: 90–120 / 60–80
- Elevated: 120–129 / <80
- Hypertension stage 1: 130–139 / 80–89
- Hypertension stage 2: ≥140 / ≥90
Older Adults
- Blood pressure tends to rise slightly with age due to decreased artery elasticity:
- 60+ years: 120–140 / 70–90 is generally acceptable if there are no symptoms or heart issues.
💡 Important Notes:
- “Normal” can vary individually; doctors may adjust targets based on health conditions.
- Blood pressure should be measured sitting, resting for 5 minutes, and ideally averaged over multiple readings.
- Children and adolescents’ normal ranges are based on percentiles for age, sex, and height rather than fixed numbers.
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