What Does It Mean When Diastolic Is High? The Hidden Risks & What You Must Know
The first time a doctor mentions your diastolic reading is high, the conversation often stops there—until it shouldn’t. While systolic pressure (the top number) gets most of the attention, a persistently elevated diastolic reading (the bottom number) is a stealthy warning sign. It doesn’t spike dramatically during stress or exercise; it lingers, quietly damaging blood … Read more
