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7 Diet Tips to Help Prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis

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dvt symptoms hamstring :: Article Creator Why You Should Feed Both A Cold And A Fever Respiratory viruses like rhinovirus – the cause of the common cold – flu and SARS-CoV-2 make the rounds during the winter season, and many people claim to have a remedy to help illness pass quicker. But how much merit do these cures have? An expert with Baylor College of Medicine explains why the coldest time of the year brings sickness and how to prevent and power through some seasonal illnesses. "These seasonal viruses are easily transmitted from human to human as the cold weather brings people closer together indoors and kids are in school," said Dr. Pedro Piedra, professor of molecular virology and microbiology and of pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine. "Colder temperatures also allow for viruses to survive on surfaces longer, and the humidity we experience here in Houston also contributes to these viruses being able to survive outside of...

Blood Clots During Travel | Travelers' Health

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chronic obstructive pulmonary disease oxygen therapy :: Article Creator Drugs For Treatment Of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Are you searching for medications to treat 'Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease'? Welcome to this section, which serves as a repository for medications that are relevant to the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. The page includes both the generic and brand names and can be an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals and individuals who wish to get an insight on different medication options. Click on a medication below to view details including brand names, prices, dosages, side effects, and administration guidelines. Additionally, a FAQs section is available for each medication, addressing popular inquiries and providing deeper insights into its use for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease management. We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presen...

What causes blood clots? Conditions and treatments

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iliofemoral venous thrombosis :: Article Creator What Is Cephalic Vein Thrombosis? Cephalic vein thrombosis is a blood clot in the cephalic vein in the arm. It occurs when something affects the vein's blood flow to the heart. The condition generally resolves by itself but can become more serious if the blood clot progresses. Cephalic vein thrombosis is a form of superficial vein thrombosis (SVT). SVT is a blood clot in the superficial veins close to the skin's surface. The cephalic vein is a superficial vein and the longest vein in the arm. It runs from the hand up to the shoulder. This article looks at the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and outlook of cephalic vein thrombosis. Symptoms of cephalic vein thrombosis may affect the area where the blood clot in the arm occurs and may include: swelling, often a cord-like mass or swelling running along the affected vein redness pain or tenderness ...

Blood Clot in Arm: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

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acute stasis dermatitis :: Article Creator What Causes Stasis Dermatitis And Ulcers? Stasis dermatitis is a type of eczema that causes inflammation, ulcers, and itchiness on the skin of the lower legs. It can result from conditions that affect blood flow in the legs, such as chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, and congestive heart failure. Stasis dermatitis is sometimes called gravitational dermatitis, venous stasis dermatitis, venous eczema, or varicose eczema. According to the National Eczema Association, stasis dermatitis occurs mostly in people ages 50 years or older and is more common in women than men. It is a long-term, or chronic, condition. An ulcer on the leg may be a sign of stasis dermatitis. A lack of circulation can affect the health of a person's skin. If the skin breaks, an ulcer can form. An ulcer develops when the skin breaks, and the exposed cells become inflamed, die, and shed. In this article, we look a...

Epidemiology and prevention of venous thromboembolism

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lung cancer nodules :: Article Creator Orlando Health Shows Advanced Lung Cancer-fighting Robots OCOEE, Fla. - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States. More men and women in the United States die from lung cancer than any other kind, according to the CDC. At Orlando Health, doctors gave us a look at the multi-million-dollar tools they use to find lung cancer at its earliest stages. "If you currently smoke or previously smoked, and you're over 50 years old, please see your doctor. Cancer screening is the only thing that has been proven to increase survival from lung cancer," said Dr. Ali Jiwani, MD, from Orlando Health Cancer Institute's Interventional Pulmonology department. RELATED: Colorectal cancer is now leading cause of death among young adults with cancer: new report One of the machines Orlando Health uses to find cancer cells in the lungs, calle...