Systolic Blood Pressure
Systolic blood pressure is the top number in a blood pressure reading and refers to the amount of pressure experienced by the arteries while the heart is beating.
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When your heart beats (called systole), it pushes blood through your arteries with force. This is when your blood pressure is highest. Inline content unavailable
What Causes High Systolic Blood Pressure?
It’s normal for your systolic blood pressure to go up when you’re active, stressed, or exercising. But if it stays high while you’re resting, it may be a sign of high blood pressure (hypertension).
High systolic pressure is often caused by stiff or narrow arteries, which make your heart work harder.
130–139 mmHg: Stage 1 hypertension (may be reversible with lifestyle changes or short-term meds)
140 mmHg or higher: Stage 2 hypertension (higher risk of stroke or heart attack)
180 mmHg or higher: Hypertensive crisis—call your doctor right away
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What About Low Systolic Blood Pressure?
Low systolic pressure (below 90 mmHg) can lead to symptoms like dizziness, fainting, or fatigue. It can be caused by:
Dehydration
Major blood loss
Weak heart function
Sudden widening of blood vessels
Standing up too quickly (called orthostatic hypotension)
If you regularly feel lightheaded or dizzy, talk to your healthcare provider.
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How Amissa Helps
Amissa supports your heart health during and after menopause by helping you track changes in blood pressure and related symptoms.
Track your symptoms– Record symptoms like dizziness, fatigue, or heart palpitations. This helps you and your doctor connect symptoms to possible blood pressure changes or other menopause-related issues.
See your trends– Spot patterns in your symptoms and health data over time to better understand what’s changing.
Automatically share insights with your doctor– personalized summaries of your symptoms and activities are available to your provider so they can offer care that fits your needs.