Poor sleep can raise blood pressure, expert warns

Dr. Saleh Al-Ghamdi, consultant and founder of the Blood Pressure Management Program, has warned that poor sleep can increase blood pressure.

Writing on his X account, Al-Ghamdi noted that the relationship between blood pressure and sleep is cyclical, not linear.

He explained that if blood pressure is high, sleep may be disrupted due to frequent awakenings and the urge to urinate, as the kidneys attempt to lower blood pressure. Some people may also feel palpitations or discomfort, making sleep lighter, especially when lying on the left side.

Al-Ghamdi added that when sleep quality is poor, the nervous system remains alert, making blood pressure harder to control, particularly in the morning.