diastolic pressure
Lower blood number
Diastolic pressure is the lower number in a blood pressure reading, measuring the force of blood against artery walls when the heart rests between beats.
A reading of 120/80 has a diastolic pressure of 80.
High diastolic pressure indicates the arteries aren't relaxing properly, which can strain the cardiovascular system over time.
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- hypertensionChronic elevated arterial pressure
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