If a normal person has a blood pressure reading of 120/80 mm Hg, by comparison a person with arteriosclerosis might have a reading of

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Arteriosclerosis refers to the hardening and thickening of arteries, which can lead to high blood pressure. In this case, the systolic pressure (top number) is elevated while the diastolic pressure (bottom number) remains the same or lower. A reading of 150/60 mm Hg reflects an elevated systolic pressure (compared to 120/80 mm Hg in a normal person) while the diastolic pressure remains relatively normal.

If a Normal Person Has a Blood Pressure Reading of 120/80