Stroke - the after effects
A stroke is caused by either the blockage or rupture of a blood vessel within the brain or a rupture of a blood vessel surrounding the brain. The effects depend on which part of the brain was targeted and how severely. A person who suffers from a ... [... more]
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The facts about aneurysms
Aneurysms occur in arteries, the main oxygen-carrying blood vessels of the body. Where there is a weakness in the arterial wall, the blood flow causes the artery to bulge. The most common form of aneurysm is found in the aorta, in the part of it ... [... more]
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Degos disease
Degos disease, also known as malignant atrophic papulosis is a rare disorder. It affects the lining of the small blood vessels resulting in blockage. The blood vessels affected include those supplying the skin, gastrointestinal tract and central ... [... more]
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Circulatory system
The heart, blood and blood vessels make up the circulatory system, which services all the cells in the body. Wastes are taken away and exchanged with oxygen and food nutrients. All cells in the body need to have oxygen and nutrients, and they ... [... more]
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Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Henoch-Schonlein purpura is a short term inflammation of certain blood vessels. It is thought to be triggered by a malfunction of the immune system. Symptoms include a purple spotted skin rash, abdominal pain and diarrhoea. Henoch-Schonlein ... [... more]
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Cerebral haemorrhage
A cerebral haemorrhage is bleeding from a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Causes include weakened blood vessel walls, head trauma or congenital conditions (conditions that are present at birth). A cerebral haemorrhage is a life-threatening ... [... more]
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Bairnsdale ulcer
Bairnsdale ulcer is a skin disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium ulcerans. The toxins made by the bacteria destroy skin cells, small blood vessels and subcutaneous fat, which leads to ulceration and skin loss. Bairnsdale ulcer is a skin ... [... more]
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Circulatory system - quiz
This quick health quiz will test your knowledge about the human circulatory system including the heart, blood vessels and blood pressure. You have a general idea, but your circulatory system is still a bit of a mystery to you. You need to improve ... [... more]
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Stroke - the risk factors
The most common type of stroke is ischaemic stroke, caused by the interruption of blood to the brain when a blood clot blocks an artery or blood vessel. Many strokes are avoidable and are caused by unhealthy diet and lifestyle choices. Lifestyle ... [... more]
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Sclerotherapy - varicose and spider veins
Sclerotherapy involves injecting a solution into varicose veins. These veins may appear on the legs or may be hidden. The blood vessels are red or bluish in colour and are a common problem, particularly for women. Sclerotherapy is not just a ... [... more]
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Subarachnoid haemorrhage - Better Health Channel.
A subarachnoid haemorrhage is a bleed usually associated with aneurysms or other weakened blood vessels of the brain. It can be fatal if not diagnosed and treated promptly. The brain has an interconnected network of blood vessels that receives ... [... more]
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Diabetes - possible complications
Over time, high blood glucose levels can damage the body's organs. Diabetes-related complications include damage to large and small blood vessels, which can lead to heart attack and stroke, and problems with the kidneys, eyes, feet and nerves. ... [... more]
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