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25th September 2009
Atherothrombosis is commonly a disease of older adults mainly because of the eventual buildup of deposits and the wear and tear on the blood vessels. This process may be accelerated in people who have uncontrolled risk factors and can also happen to young... Read >
Author: SANDEEP PANGHAL21st September 2009
Peripheral Vascular Surgery In India
A bypass surgery is named for the artery that will be bypassed and the arteries that will receive the rerouted blood.
The three common peripheral vascular bypass surgeries are : -
1) Aortobifemoral bypass ... Read >
Author: WeCareIndia18th September 2009
Interventional Cardiology surgery india
Interventional cardiology refers to various non-surgical procedures for treating cardiovascular disease. Interventional cardiologists use catheters – thin, flexible tubes – to get inside blood vessels for d... Read >
Author: WeCareIndia17th September 2009
Did you know that, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the percentage of American's who are overweight or obese and over the age of 20 rests around 70%? This means that the majority of Americans who are over age 20 are overweight... Read >
Author: Jane Morrison02nd September 2009
More and more people are turning to a vegetarian lifestyle for health reasons. People who suffer from diabetes find that it helps to decrease their need for insulin while those who desire to lose weight find that a vegetarian diet can increase their chan... Read >
Author: Jane Morrison02nd September 2009
More and more people are turning to a vegetarian lifestyle for health reasons. People who suffer from diabetes find that it helps to decrease their need for insulin while those who desire to lose weight find that a vegetarian diet can increase their chan... Read >
Author: Jane Morrison03rd August 2009
Most everyone has heard about the dangers of smoking. However, for many people, these warnings are just not enough to kick the habit for good.
If you’ve wanted to quit but feel like you need more motivation, you should learn about the benefits of qu... Read >
Author: mbedrane30th July 2009
The Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension
Hypertension is relatively normal into people with type 2 diabetes, affecting approximately 20-60% of all patients, varying in age, ethnicity, and body weight. The causes of this type of high-blood pressure are most... Read >
Author: arif@netinsurancequote.com27th July 2009
Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension
Hypertension is relatively common in people with type 2 diabetes, affecting approximately 20-60% of all patients, varying in age, ethnicity, and body weight. The causes of this type of high-blood pressure are most... Read >
Author: arif@netinsurancequote.com05th July 2009
It is easy to have high cholesterol and never know it. In fact, most of the sumptoms are difficult for the person having high cholesterol to notice. Most of the time, the only symptom of high cholesterol is an abmormal blood test. If a patient has high bl... Read >
Author: Henry Fong01st July 2009
Ow Ming!
Houston Rocket's Yao Ming's career may be over due to a non-healing foot fracture. He was sidelined during the playoffs on May 8th with a hairline fracture of his navicular. As of today, this has not healed properly. The nature of his non-unio... Read >
Author: Dr. Marybeth Crane29th June 2009
PVD is a familiar acronym in the healthcare world. PVD or Peripheral Vascular Disease is the abnormal condition of reduced blood flow in the vessels outside of the heart and brain. It is also referred to as peripheral artery occlusive disease or PAOD; and... Read >
Author: Jim Banahan 06th June 2009
Complications from heart disease are the leading cause of death in the United States, England and Canada. Heart disease refers to the narrowing the the coronary arteries, blocking the flow of blood to the body. The term heart disease comprises many heart ... Read >
Author: Clivir Team15th May 2009
‘Chelation Therapy’ is a quite common mode of treatment in a number of disorders like Peripheral vascular disease, insipidus type diabetes, degeneration of cells etc. the use of this method for the treatment of various types of cancer is on a rise.One... Read >
Author: Alien12th February 2009
Circulation problems can be felt in a number of ways. Some symptoms include fatigue due to poor circulatory function, which may bring on other symptoms such as dizziness and fainting. The inability to concentrate, coldness in the hands or feet, headaches,... Read >
Author: Judy Sommer06th January 2009
How does a diabetic know if they have poor circulation in their feet? There is an increased incidence of peripheral arterial disease in diabetics. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is defined as a narrowing or blockage of arteries that results in poor blo... Read >
Author: Dr. Marybeth Crane04th December 2008
One should carefully monitor diabetes, particularly if he is on insulin or has relatively uncontrolled diabetes. Careful attention to symptoms, home glucose monitoring and other blood tests are essential in monitoring process.
Diabetes Complications
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Author: Nick Mutt11th November 2008
If you think men are more vulnerable to coronary disease than women, think again. Don't wait for a warning sign - start looking after your heart today.
Statistics show one in three Australian women is at risk of heart attack, angina, stroke and periphe... Read >
Author: TedBrumby02nd September 2008
By now, we all know that smoking is bad for us. Can there possibly be anyone left in the modern world that doesn't know about this? The things people are finding more and more is that there are fewer places for them to smoke. There should be more places b... Read >
Author: Jon Simms15th August 2008
The term cardiovascular health also refers to any disease, which can affect your cardiovascular system. Generally, most Western countries have been facing high rates of cardiovascular disease. According to a survey, every year, heart diseases kill more Am... Read >
Author: James A. Peterson14th July 2008
Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that causes redness, warmth and swelling in the skin. It can also cause fever and chills in the body. It is caused by a break in the skin due to an abrasion, a cut or a skin ulcer. Cellulitis may also affect tissue... Read >
Author: Nammy01st July 2008
Living with high blood pressure does not mean that you can’t live a normal life. Many Americans who suffer from the condition are both unaware that they have it and they don’t have the necessary information to manage or control it. The fact is, howeve... Read >
Author: Alvin Hopkinson06th June 2008
Various disorders can lead to poor circulation either generally or in particular areas of circulation. Poor circulation may lead to blueness (cyanosis), pallor, and other symptoms. Poor circulation can also reduce healing effectiveness in affected areas l... Read >
Author: peterhutch04th June 2008
If you have diabetes, your blood sugar levels are too high. Over time, this can damage your nerves or blood vessels. Nerve damage from diabetes can cause you to lose feeling in your feet. You may not feel a cut, a blister or a sore. Foot injuries such as ... Read >
Author: peterhutch25th April 2008
Plantar warts are noncancerous skin growths on the soles of your feet caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters your body through tiny cuts and breaks in your skin. Plantar warts often develop beneath pressure points in your feet, such as the... Read >
Author: Corwin Brown10th March 2008
For your patient with diabetic retinopathy, a physician may prescribe eyedrops to lubricate the eyes, control postoperative pain, or fight infection. To make sure the patient administers the drops correctly, give her these instructions:
Wash your hand... Read >
Author: David Jones26th February 2008
The signs and symptoms of renal insufficiency may be similar to those of renal failure, depending on the degree of kidney involvement. If your patient's kidneys lose the ability to concentrate urine, he may develop polyuria and nocturia. If his renal dise... Read >
Author: David Jones26th February 2008
The chronic complications of diabetes are typically classified as microvascular, macrovascular, or neuropathic.
Microvascular complications result from the thickening of capillary and arteriole basement membranes. Although these changes occur in the sm... Read >
Author: David Jones06th February 2008
Your nursing interventions should focus on providing foot care, monitoring your patient's response to the prescribed drugs and promoting circulation after surgery.
Foot Care
The primary goal of nursing care in patients with diabetes and peripheral... Read >
Author: David Jones24th January 2008
Renal Disease and Hypertension
A patient with hypertension has an increased risk of developing renal disease. In stage I renal disease, the patient has a diminished renal reserve but no symptoms of renal disease. If untreated, the condition may progres... Read >
Author: David Jones24th January 2008
Because your hypertensive patient has an increased risk of developing renal disease, monitor his laboratory results for the following.
Stage I: Diminished Renal Reserve
* reduced kidney function with no accumulation of metabolic wastes
* mild ele... Read >
Author: David Jones16th January 2008
If your patient is receiving drug therapy, monitor the effects of the prescribed drugs. Assess the neurovascular status of his legs and report any deterioration in circulation.
Place lamb's wool between the patient's toes to prevent pressure necrosis. ... Read >
Author: David Jones18th September 2007
The American public has now become aware of the physical benefits of weight lifting training. Perhaps this has been brought about by weight lifting training aiding in the control of effects of: cardiovascular disorders, hypertension (elevated blood pres... Read >
Author: Richard Train02nd September 2007
Metabolic syndrome is a condition in which a group of risk factors. People with the this diseas are at increased risk of coronary heart disease and other diseases related to plaque buildups in artery walls (e.g., stroke and peripheral vascular disease) an... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen29th August 2007
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) involves damage to or blockage in the blood vessels distant from your heart, the peripheral arteries and veins. The peripheral arteries and veins carry blood to and from arm and leg muscles plus the organs in and below th... Read >
Author: Li Ming Wong29th August 2007
What is peripheral vascular disease?
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a heart condition similar to that of coronary artery disease and carotid artery disease. In PAD, the fatty deposits build up in the inner linings of the artery walls. These blockag... Read >
Author: Li Ming Wong29th August 2007
High blood pressure is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure, peripheral vascular disease and renal failure. High blood pressure is more likely to develop among people who are overweight or physically inactive, or have high... Read >
Author: Li Ming Wong22nd August 2007
The preparations of ginkgo biloba commonly sold as herbal supplements are derived from the leaves of the ginkgo trees, which are probably the longest living in the world Individual trees are believed to live for up to 1,000 years and are found most common... Read >
Author: Steve Smith26th July 2007
What if there were a significant identifiable risk factor for the cause of coronary heart disease, stroke and peripheral vascular disease (fatty deposits in peripheral arteries). Is this something that you would want to know about? More importantly would ... Read >
Author: Glenn Antoine12th July 2007
Beau's lines are deep grooved lines that run from side to side on the fingernail. They are usually bilateral and result from a temporary cessation in the growth of the nail plate during severe systemic illnesses. It is believed that there is a temporary c... Read >
Author: Juliet Cohen07th March 2007
As more and more of the population struggles with their weight, it's not surprising that the incidence of diabetes is on the rise. With better medical testing, more and more cases of diabetes are being diagnosed.
If you, or someone you love, have been ... Read >
Author: Rose20th February 2007
Heart Disease guide
By Suresh U Vatakethil
http://www.heartwithoutdisease.com
A practical guide to the understanding & prevention of heart disease
Smoking and Heart Disease
Cigarette smoking is a major cause of heart diseases, such as ... Read >
Author: Suresh U Vatakethil10th January 2007
Lipitor is also used to increase the level of HDL (good) cholesterol in your blood. These actions are important in reducing the risk of hardening of the arteries, which can lead to heart attacks, stroke and peripheral vascular disease.Buy Lipitor from our... Read >
Author: mrunal12th December 2006
Diabetes Mellitus: Diabetes Mellitus is one of the most costly burdensome chronic diseases of our time and is condition that is increasing in epidemic population in the whole world. The complications resulting from the diseases are a significant cause of ... Read >
Author: Dr John Anne06th November 2006
Diabetes has long been regarded as a risk factor of heart disease. The specific relationship between the two was unclear although diabetes is known to double the risk of heart disease. As a result, many people living with diabetes have to monitor their he... Read >
Author: Ng Peng Hock29th September 2006
Garlic is known for its distinct taste and smell whenever it's cooked and added to various dishes.
Garlic has a long history as a culinary spice and medicinal herb. Its Latin name comes from "al" which means burning, and "sativum" which means harvested... Read >
Author: Dulce Azogue28th September 2006
Atherothrombosis is commonly a disease of older adults mainly because of the eventual buildup of deposits and the wear and tear on the blood vessels. This process may be accelerated in people who have uncontrolled risk factors and can also happen to young... Read >
Author: Ng Peng Hock15th September 2006
Most people are unaware of the fact that having abnormal blood cholesterol levels seriously jeopardizes one's health. High blood cholesterol is a major cause of heart disease, rendering people very susceptible to suffering heart attack. Actually, the high... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola17th August 2006
Hypertension is one of the most common worldwide disease afflicting humans. It is diagnosed when blood pressure readings are higher even after the visit at two doctors. This doesn't have any symptoms. But it is a serious condition and is a primary cause o... Read >
Author: Good Health16th June 2006
If you ask yourself why you should give up smoking just take a look at the risks and costs of continuing to smoke. First you should know that 22% of all male deaths are due to smoking and 11% of all female deaths have the same cause. Narrowed and hardened... Read >
Author: Nguek-Fluek Nguang01st April 2006
Do you have a high cholesterol intake? Eating products with high cholesterol levels can result in some serious health hazards.
A growing problem in the world, high cholesterol levels can shorten your lifespan and result in a host of medical problems i... Read >
Author: John Gibb01st April 2006
High cholesterol levels can be a very serious threat to your health. There is a host of problems associated with having these high levels, and many of them can be very serious, if not deadly, to your health. With problems ranging from angina to stroke, it... Read >
Author: John Gibb01st April 2006
With the onset of winter, some 18 million sufferers of Diabetes -- 6.3 percent of the U.S. population -- will need to take extra care to prevent dry skin and foot disorders associated with the chronic illness.
Shielding lotions may be the key to helpin... Read >
Author: No Last Name29th March 2006
Ginko Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba is one of the oldest living tree species, dating back over 300 million years. Individual trees can live for over 1,000 years. Ginkgo Biliboa is the best selling herbal product in the world. It is an extract from the green leave... Read >
Author: chester ku-lea09th February 2006
What possible similarities could there be between blood circulation problems, and a river in times of drought? Quite a few in fact!
Have you ever spent any time observing a river system during a long drought? If you have you'll have noticed the h... Read >
Author: Colin L Wolfenden
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