How to Reduce the Risk of Blood Clots or DVT

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In 2008, the acting Surgeon General of the United States, Steven Galson, announced a major campaign to inform citizens of the signs and symptoms of blood clots (otherwise known as deep-vein thrombosis or DVT). DVT affects nearly 600,000 Americans annually and kills some 100,000. Dr. Galson warned th

High Triglycerides-Home Treatment

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Lifestyle changes that can help lower your triglycerides include the following:Lose weight to decrease body fat. Triglycerides are stored as fat in your tissues and muscles.Eat fewer calories. Excess calories are converted to triglycerides.Eat a healthy, balanced diet that limits high - calorie ...

How to Clean the Arteries With Vinegar

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Blood vessels that transfer the system's blood away from the heart are classified as arteries. There are two specific types of arteries: the pulmonary artery and the systemic artery. Pulmonary arteries transport blood from the heart to the lungs, obtaining oxygen along the journey, and then return t

Normal Blood Pressure in Teenagers

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Monitoring blood pressure in teenagers is critically important in preventative medicine. High blood pressure in teenagers can be an early warning sign of health problems later in life. By understanding how to calculate the normal blood pressure in teenagers we can identify these early warning signs

WebMD My Story: Living With High Cholesterol

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A reader sheds light on a genetic condition that affects her and her family.

How to Improve Your White Blood Cell Count

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Cancer treatments, viral infections and autoimmune disorders can weaken your immune system. Fortunately, there are ways to improve your white blood cell count. Normal white blood cell count is between 4,500 and 10,000, according to the Mayo Clinic. When at a normal level, white blood cells help your

How to Determine Diabetes With Blood Glucose Testing

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If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor may require you to have your blood tested either in a clinical lab or at home. You'll need to test your blood glucose levels several times a day to insure that you are properly managing your disease. Many of the older glucose monitors required pain

Portfolio Diet Beats Low-Fat Diet at Lowering Cholesterol

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A diet that incorporates cholesterol-lowering foods like soy, nuts, and plant sterols may work better at lowering cholesterol levels than a traditional low-fat diet.

How to Read MCH in Blood Test Results

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Doctors review several markers in a person's bloodwork to determine possible health risks. MCH (Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin) is a marker that shows the amount of hemoglobin per red blood cell. This reading helps determine whether optimal oxygen levels are being picked up from the lungs and transport

Blood Clots in Children

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Blood clots are serious in a person of any age, but they are especially alarming in children. Most children are not at risk for experiencing a blood clot, but children who have blood-clotting conditions need an appropriate diagnosis and treatment to avoid clots that could result in even more serious

How to Prevent and Treat Blood Clots

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Doctors and the public are fast reaching the conclusion that prevention is an important part of any health care strategy. Blood clots are a major cause of strokes and heart attacks in the United States but there are some basic precautions that can be taken to decrease your risk of developing a bloo

Causes of White Stools

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Stools can conceivably, and acceptably, come in a lot of shades of brown, and even black and green, but a white stool is not normal and requires action, according to gastoenterologist Dr. Picco at mayoclinic.com (see References).

Pregnancy & Blood Clots

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During pregnancy, the body's blood clots more easily due to changes in the blood circulation. According to PregnancySurvey.com, this results in pregnant women being at a greater risk for developing blood clots. If you are pregnant, you should be aware of the types and symptoms of blood clots, as wel

What is a calcium channel blocker and how does it treat high blood pressure?

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Calcium channel blockers are used to treat hypertension, angina, and irregular heartbeats. Find out about calcium channel blockers and their side effects.

What Are the Dangers of Blood Pressure Medications?

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An ideal blood pressure is less than 120/80 mm Hg. To reduce your blood pressure, you can exercise regularly and monitor your diet, which includes reducing your salt intake. Quitting smoking and moderating your alcohol consumption can also help lower your blood pressure. However, for some people, li

Kids Blood Sugar Count

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A kid's job is to have fun, play and go to school. Kids with diabetes have the additional responsibility of learning about blood sugar counts--what's normal, what's not and how to regulate their levels. Part of the job of the JDRF--Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation--is to teach kids about blood

The 6 Major Mammalian Characteristics

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Mammals belong to the mammalia order of the animal kingdom. These animals share similar characteristics with other orders such as endothermic bodies and live birth. However, some traits are uniquely mammalian, including possessing true hairs and nursing capabilities. Also, people are members of the

What Happens in an Allergic Response?

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Sneezing FitsAllergic responses don't exactly fit into a mold. Maybe it's an itch from touching a wool blanket. Or perhaps a little sneezing fit after running through a dandelion field. In more serious situations, someone can actually die from an allergy to shell fish or a bee sting.The...

Differences Between Systemic & Pulmonary Circulation

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The heart provides the pump and pressure to allow blood to circulate.Blue Heart image by netzfrisch.de from Fotolia.comIn essence the main difference between systemic and pulmonary circulation is that systemic circulation carries blood between the heart and the lungs, and pulmonary...

What Are Leads in EKG?

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An electrocardiogram (EKG) is a procedure designed to test the heart's electrical activity. The information gathered in an EKG is passed to recording machinery by a number of electrode leads attached to the patient's body.