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Do I Need a Vein Ultrasound?
If your doctor has mentioned a vein ultrasound as a possible treatment option, you may be wondering more about this technique. If a problem occurs in the vascular system, specifically in veins or arteries, an imaging technique called a vein ultrasound helps identify the specific problem. Vein conditions examples Vein ultrasounds have proved valuable in...
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Carotid Stenosis 101
Sudden loss of consciousness, transient loss of vision, slurred speech, or weakness in any part of your body always causes concern. These conditions may point toward a severe health condition, such as a stroke secondary to carotid stenosis. What is carotid stenosis? Carotid arteries are two large arteries on both sides of your neck that...
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What Does Working Too Much Do To Your Health?
Many people have continued to work remotely, while some employees return to the office. Especially for those at home, the work-life balance can be a challenge, meaning you put in extra hours. Others have strenuous job that demands late nights. Whatever the reason, it’s important to note that working long hours can impact your health....
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When Should I See a Doctor about my Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins can be relatively common. In medical terms, they are dilated superficial veins of the lower limb, most commonly due to venous reflux stemming from weakened valvular valves or genetic factors. For most patients, standing and walking for prolonged periods increases the pressure in the veins of the lower limb resulting in twisted torturous...
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What do I Need to Know about High Cholesterol?
You’ve probably heard about high and low cholesterol, especially regarding food or your health. But what do you need to know about high cholesterol, and why is it important? Cholesterol is a fat-like waxy substance present inside the body. The cells of our body utilize this substance to generate essential nutrients, digestive fluids, Vitamin D,...
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What is a Cardiovascular Disease? Tips for Prevention
Cardiovascular diseases include a spectrum of disorders involving the cardiovascular system, consisting of two major components: the heart and blood vessels. Common cardiovascular diseases include: Coronary artery disease (CAD): More commonly referred to as heart failure or myocardial infarction (MI), this condition is about one-third to one-half of cardiovascular disease cases. Cerebrovascular diseases: Examples include...
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What Do I Need to Know about my Blood Pressure?
Anyone who has a doctor’s appointment almost always has their blood pressure taken. You’ve most likely had this experience, but maybe don’t even pay attention to the number. Blood pressure refers to the pressure applied by the circulating blood against the walls of the blood vessels. The normal blood pressure ranges from less than 120...
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How Does Smoking Impact Your Heart?
We know that smoking can cause problems across multiple organs, including the heart. In fact, smokers are more prone to develop heart disease than people who do not smoke. Moreover, women who are smokers and are on birth control medications have an increased risk of developing heart disorders. Additionally, when you smoke, you do not...
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What You Need To Know About Silent Heart Attack
A silent heart attack is a heart attack that is associated with no symptoms, few symptoms or symptoms that are usually not associated with a heart attack. In many cases, people do not even realize they are having a heart attack because of the lack of obvious signs, such as intense chest pain. The lack...