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Blood clots
BBC — Each year more than one in every thousand people in the UK develops a blood clot in a vein, known as a venous thrombosis. For as many as 25,000, the clot will prove fatal; more deaths than from breast cancer, HIV and road traffic accidents ...More…
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Von Willebrand's disorder
Better Health — Von Willebrand's disorder (VWD) is an inherited bleeding disorder. People with von Willebrand's may have frequent nosebleeds, easy bruising, heavy menstruation (periods) and/or excessive bleeding from the mouth. Von Willebrand's disorder (VWD) ...More…
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Thalassaemia
Better Health — Thalassaemia is a genetic disorder that affects the production of haemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying protein in red blood cells. Without ongoing treatment, thalassaemia causes severe anaemia and death. There is no cure, but treatment includes ...More…
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Stroke and high blood pressure
Better Health — High blood pressure (hypertension) is the most significant known risk factor for stroke. A person with untreated hypertension is four times more likely to have a stroke. Treatment options for lowering blood pressure include living a healthier ...More…
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Septicaemia - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Septicaemia is caused when certain bacteria get into the bloodstream. Without prompt medical treatment, septicaemia can be fatal. Treatment options include antibiotics to kill the infection. Septicaemia is the presence of disease-causing bacteria ...More…
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Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Better Health — Henoch-Schonlein purpura is a short term inflammation of certain blood vessels. Another name for Henoch-Schonlein purpura is anaphylactoid purpura. Symptoms include a purple spotted skin rash, abdominal pain and diarrhoea. The cause is unknown, ...More…
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Haemophilia
Better Health — Haemophilia is a rare blood disorder caused by an inherited gene. People with haemophilia lack one of the essential blood clotting factors. It is mainly a male disorder because the haemophilia gene is carried on the X chromosome. However it can ...More…
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Haemochromatosis - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Haemochromatosis causes the body to absorb more iron than usual from food. Haemochromatosis is one of the most common hereditary diseases. Excessive iron can cause damage to organs such as the liver, heart and pancreas. Possible early symptoms ...More…
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Deep vein thrombosis - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in the veins of the leg. A pulmonary embolism is a life threatening complication. Long distance flights may contribute to the risk of DVT or 'economy class syndrome'. Other risk factors for . ...More…
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Anaemia - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Anaemia is a deficiency in the number or quality of red blood cells. Lack of iron is common in anaemic people. Symptoms include tiredness, breathlessness and pale skin. Treatment may include iron supplements. Pernicious anaemia may require ...More…
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Varicose vein surgery
Better Health — Varicose veins are knobbly, twisted and darkish-blue in appearance. They are most commonly found on the legs. They are caused by faulty valves within veins that allow blood to pool. Treatment options include sclerotherapy and surgery. Veins carry ...More…
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Sclerotherapy - varicose and spider veins
Better Health — 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…