血圧

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JLPT:N2
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1The force blood exerts against the walls of blood vessels, commonly discussed in health checkups and medical care; expressed as systolic (higher) and diastolic (lower) values.

Noun

Examples

最近、血圧が高いと言われたので塩分を控えている。

I was told my blood pressure was high recently, so I'm reducing my salt intake.

毎朝、家で血圧を測って記録している。

I measure and record my blood pressure at home every morning.

医者は血圧を下げる薬を処方した。

The doctor prescribed medication to lower my blood pressure.

ストレスや塩分の摂り過ぎは血圧を上げる原因になる。

Stress and excessive salt intake can raise blood pressure.