Peripheral artery disease can be difficult to diagnose. This disease is a narrowing of the arteries that carry blood from the heart to different parts of the body. This narrowing is caused by a buildup of plaque in your arteries. Recently, new research has revealed that high levels of a specific protein in your blood […]
As the weather cools down, and we’re all at home a lot more, now could be the time to take care of those varicose veins. In a normal recovery, there can be some residual swelling or discoloration in the treated area. During the winter, clothing will often hide the affected areas. In addition, some recoveries […]
World Stroke Day 2021
Varicose veins are more than just a cosmetic problem: the unsightly bulges might result in serious health problems such as leg ulcers, thromboses or even pulmonary embolisms. Veins have one-way valves that are designed to close against the backflow of blood. Since veins are thin-walled, this mechanism is essential in order to prevent the pooling […]
Surgery is a serious proposition for anyone, but what if your career depends on it? Thoracic outlet syndrome is a condition that occur when blood vessels or nerves in the space between your collarbone and your first rib are compressed. It can cause numbness in your fingers and pain in your shoulder. While this provides […]