low blood pressure, high heart rate

Posted By  CCF Cardio MD-SGM on September 16, 1997 at 21:08:45:

In Reply to: low blood pressure, high heart rate posted by Agnes on September 05, 1997 at 19:39:00:

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  My mother, who is 74, has a blood pressure of 115/60 and a pulse rate of 90.
  Are these readings normal or do they indicate a weak heart or other
  problem?  Would moderate aerobic exercise be helpful?  She currently is not
  on any medication.
  Thank you very much for any advice you can provide.
  Sincerely,
  Agnes Cooke
  Toronto, Ontario

[CCF Cardio MD-SGM]

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Dear Agnes,
Although it's impossible to evaluate the condition of your mother's heart without a thorough history and physical examination, I can reassure you that the blood pressure and heart rate that you mention are completely normal. These values do not suggest any heart disease or problem with blood pressure control.  In fact, 115/90 mmHg is normal, not "low".  Heart rates from 60 to 100 beats per minute are also
quite physiologic (i.e. normal) in adults.  
Moderate aerobic exercise, preferably after consultation with her physician, is always advisable.  I wish your mother continued  good health.
Information provided in the Heart Forum is intended for general medical informational purposes only. Actual diagnosis and treatment of any particular medical condition can only be made by your family
physician(s).
Have a nice day:)