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What causes High Blood Cholesterol ? | Many factors can affect the cholesterol levels in your blood. You can control some factors, but not others.
Factors You Can Control
Diet
Cholesterol is found in foods that come from animal sources, such as egg yolks, meat, and cheese. Some foods have fats that raise yo... |
What are the symptoms of High Blood Cholesterol ? | High blood cholesterol usually has no signs or symptoms. Thus, many people don't know that their cholesterol levels are too high.
If you're 20 years old or older, have your cholesterol levels checked at least once every 5 years. Talk with your doctor about how often you should be tested. |
How to diagnose High Blood Cholesterol ? | Your doctor will diagnose high blood cholesterol by checking the cholesterol levels in your blood. A blood test called a lipoprotein panel can measure your cholesterol levels. Before the test, youll need to fast (not eat or drink anything but water) for 9 to 12 hours.
The lipoprotein panel will give yo... |
What are the treatments for High Blood Cholesterol ? | High blood cholesterol is treated with lifestyle changes and medicines. The main goal of treatment is to lower your low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol level enough to reduce your risk for coronary heart disease, heart attack, and other related health problems.
Your risk for heart disease and hea... |
What is (are) Atrial Fibrillation ? | Atrial fibrillation (A-tre-al fi-bri-LA-shun), or AF, is the most common type of arrhythmia (ah-RITH-me-ah). An arrhythmia is a problem with the rate or rhythm of the heartbeat. During an arrhythmia, the heart can beat too fast, too slow, or with an irregular rhythm.
AF occurs if rapid, disorganized el... |
What causes Atrial Fibrillation ? | Atrial fibrillation (AF) occurs if the heart's electrical signals don't travel through the heart in a normal way. Instead, they become very rapid and disorganized.
Damage to the heart's electrical system causes AF. The damage most often is the result of other conditions that affect the health of the he... |
Who is at risk for Atrial Fibrillation? ? | Atrial fibrillation (AF) affects millions of people, and the number is rising. Men are more likely than women to have the condition. In the United States, AF is more common among Whites than African Americans or Hispanic Americans.
The risk of AF increases as you age. This is mostly because your risk f... |
What are the symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation ? | Atrial fibrillation (AF) usually causes the heart's lower chambers, the ventricles, to contract faster than normal.
When this happens, the ventricles can't completely fill with blood. Thus, they may not be able to pump enough blood to the lungs and body. This can lead to signs and symptoms, such as:
... |
How to diagnose Atrial Fibrillation ? | Atrial fibrillation (AF) is diagnosed based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and the results from tests and procedures.
Sometimes AF doesn't cause signs or symptoms. Thus, it may be found during a physical exam or EKG (electrocardiogram) test done for another purpose.
... |
What are the treatments for Atrial Fibrillation ? | Treatment for atrial fibrillation (AF) depends on how often you have symptoms, how severe they are, and whether you already have heart disease. General treatment options include medicines, medical procedures, and lifestyle changes.
Goals of Treatment
The goals of treating AF include:
... |
How to prevent Atrial Fibrillation ? | Following a healthy lifestyle and taking steps to lower your risk for heart disease may help you prevent atrial fibrillation (AF). These steps include:
Following a heart healthy diet that's low in saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol. A healthy diet includes a variety of whole grains, fruits, and ... |
What is (are) Heart Failure ? | Heart failure is a condition in which the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. In some cases, the heart can't fill with enough blood. In other cases, the heart can't pump blood to the rest of the body with enough force. Some people have both problems.
The term "heart failure" doesn't... |
What causes Heart Failure ? | Conditions that damage or overwork the heart muscle can cause heart failure. Over time, the heart weakens. It isnt able to fill with and/or pump blood as well as it should. As the heart weakens, certain proteins and substances might be released into the blood. These substances have a toxic effect on the heart and blood... |
Who is at risk for Heart Failure? ? | About 5.7 million people in the United States have heart failure. The number of people who have this condition is growing.
Heart failure is more common in:
People who are age 65 or older. Aging can weaken the heart muscle. Older people also may have had diseases for many years that led... |
What are the symptoms of Heart Failure ? | The most common signs and symptoms of heart failure are:
Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
Fatigue (tiredness)
Swelling in the ankles, feet, legs, abdomen, and veins in the neck
All of these symptoms are the result of fluid buildup in your body.... |
How to diagnose Heart Failure ? | Your doctor will diagnose heart failure based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and test results. The signs and symptoms of heart failure also are common in other conditions. Thus, your doctor will:
Find out whether you have a disease or condition that can cause heart failure, such... |
What are the treatments for Heart Failure ? | Early diagnosis and treatment can help people who have heart failure live longer, more active lives. Treatment for heart failure depends on the type and severity of the heart failure.
The goals of treatment for all stages of heart failure include:
Treating the conditions underlying cau... |
How to prevent Heart Failure ? | You can take steps to prevent heart failure. The sooner you start, the better your chances of preventing or delaying the condition.
For People Who Have Healthy Hearts
If you have a healthy heart, you can take action to prevent heart disease and heart failure. To reduce your risk of hea... |
What is (are) Restless Legs Syndrome ? | Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a disorder that causes a strong urge to move your legs. This urge to move often occurs with strange and unpleasant feelings in your legs. Moving your legs relieves the urge and the unpleasant feelings.
People who have RLS describe the unpleasant feelings as creeping, cra... |
What causes Restless Legs Syndrome ? | Faulty Use of Iron or Lack of Iron
Research suggests that the main cause of restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a faulty use of iron or a lack of iron in the brain. The brain uses iron to make the chemical dopamine (DO-pah-meen) and to control other brain activities. Dopamine works in the parts of the brai... |
Who is at risk for Restless Legs Syndrome? ? | Restless legs syndrome (RLS) affects about 515 percent of Americans. Many people who have RLS have family members with the disorder.
RLS can affect people of any racial or ethnic group, but the disorder is more common in people of Northern European descent. RLS affects both genders, but women are more ... |
What are the symptoms of Restless Legs Syndrome ? | The four key signs of restless legs syndrome (RLS) are:
A strong urge to move your legs. This urge often, but not always, occurs with unpleasant feelings in your legs. When the disorder is severe, you also may have the urge to move your arms.
Symptoms that start or get worse when you'r... |
How to diagnose Restless Legs Syndrome ? | Your doctor will diagnose restless legs syndrome (RLS) based on your signs and symptoms, your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and test results.
Your doctor will use this information to rule out other conditions that have symptoms similar to those of RLS.
Specialists Invo... |
What are the treatments for Restless Legs Syndrome ? | Restless legs syndrome (RLS) has no cure. If a condition or medicine triggers RLS, it may go away or get better if the trigger is relieved or stopped.
RLS can be treated. The goals of treatment are to:
Prevent or relieve symptoms
Increase the amount of sleep you're get... |
What is (are) Mitral Valve Prolapse ? | Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) is a condition in which the hearts mitral valve doesnt work well. The flaps of the valve are floppy and may not close tightly. These flaps normally help seal or open the valve.
Much of the time, MVP doesnt cause any problems. Rarely, blood can leak the wrong way through the ... |
What causes Mitral Valve Prolapse ? | The exact cause of mitral valve prolapse (MVP) isn't known. Most people who have the condition are born with it. MVP tends to run in families. Also, it's more common in people who are born with connective tissue disorders, such as Marfan syndrome.
In people who have MVP, the mitral valve may be abnorma... |
Who is at risk for Mitral Valve Prolapse? ? | Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) affects people of all ages and both sexes; however, aging raises the risk of developing the disease.
Certain conditions have been associated with MVP, including:
A history of rheumatic fever
Connective tissue disorders, such as Marfan syndro... |
What are the symptoms of Mitral Valve Prolapse ? | Most people who have mitral valve prolapse (MVP) aren't affected by the condition. They don't have any symptoms or major mitral valve backflow.
When MVP does cause signs and symptoms, they may include:
Palpitations (feelings that your heart is skipping a beat, fluttering, or beating to... |
How to diagnose Mitral Valve Prolapse ? | Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) most often is detected during a routine physical exam. During the exam, your doctor will listen to your heart with a stethoscope.
Stretched valve flaps can make a clicking sound as they shut. If the mitral valve is leaking blood back into the left atrium, your doctor may hea... |
What are the treatments for Mitral Valve Prolapse ? | Most people who have mitral valve prolapse (MVP) dont need treatment because they dont have symptoms and complications.
Even people who do have symptoms may not need treatment. The presence of symptoms doesnt always mean that the backflow of blood through the valve is significant.
Peop... |
How to prevent Mitral Valve Prolapse ? | You can't prevent mitral valve prolapse (MVP). Most people who have the condition are born with it.
Complications from MVP, such as arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats) and infective endocarditis (IE), are rare. IE is an infection of the inner lining of your heart chambers and valves.
Pe... |
What is (are) Endocarditis ? | Endocarditis (EN-do-kar-DI-tis) is an infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves. This lining is called the endocardium (en-do-KAR-de-um). The condition also is called infective endocarditis (IE).
The term "endocarditis" also is used to describe an inflammation of the endocardium du... |
What causes Endocarditis ? | Infective endocarditis (IE) occurs if bacteria, fungi, or other germs invade your bloodstream and attach to abnormal areas of your heart. Certain factors increase the risk of this happening.
A common underlying factor in IE is a structural heart defect, especially faulty heart valves. Usually your immu... |
Who is at risk for Endocarditis? ? | Infective endocarditis (IE) is an uncommon condition that can affect both children and adults. It's more common in men than women.
IE typically affects people who have abnormal hearts or other conditions that put them at risk for the infection. Sometimes IE does affect people who were healthy before th... |
What are the symptoms of Endocarditis ? | Infective endocarditis (IE) can cause a range of signs and symptoms that can vary from person to person. Signs and symptoms also can vary over time in the same person.
Signs and symptoms differ depending on whether you have an underlying heart problem, the type of germ causing the infection, and whethe... |
How to diagnose Endocarditis ? | Your doctor will diagnose infective endocarditis (IE) based on your risk factors, your medical history and signs and symptoms, and test results.
Diagnosis of IE often is based on many factors, rather than a single positive test result, sign, or symptom.
Diagnostic Tests
... |
What are the treatments for Endocarditis ? | Infective endocarditis (IE) is treated with antibiotics and sometimes with heart surgery.
Antibiotics
Antibiotics usually are given for 2 to 6 weeks through an intravenous (IV) line inserted into a vein. You're often in a hospital for at least the first week or more of treatment. This ... |
How to prevent Endocarditis ? | If you're at risk for infective endocarditis (IE), you can take steps to prevent the infection and its complications.
Be alert to the signs and symptoms of IE. Contact your doctor right away if you have any of these signs or symptoms, especially a persistent fever or unexplained fatigue (tiredness).
... |
What is (are) Heart Palpitations ? | Palpitations (pal-pi-TA-shuns) are feelings that your heart is skipping a beat, fluttering, or beating too hard or too fast. You may have these feelings in your chest, throat, or neck. They can occur during activity or even when you're sitting still or lying down.
Overview
Many things ... |
What causes Heart Palpitations ? | Many things can cause palpitations. You may have these feelings even when your heart is beating normally or somewhat faster than normal.
Most palpitations are harmless and often go away on their own. However, some palpitations are signs of a heart problem. Sometimes the cause of palpitations can't be f... |
Who is at risk for Heart Palpitations? ? | Some people may be more likely than others to have palpitations. People at increased risk include those who:
Have anxiety or panic attacks, or people who are highly stressed
Take certain medicines or stimulants
Have certain medical conditions that aren't related to hea... |
What are the symptoms of Heart Palpitations ? | Symptoms of palpitations include feelings that your heart is:
Skipping a beat
Fluttering
Beating too hard or too fast
You may have these feelings in your chest, throat, or neck. They can occur during activity or even when you're sitting still or lying ... |
How to diagnose Heart Palpitations ? | First, your doctor will want to find out whether your palpitations are harmless or related to a heart problem. He or she will ask about your symptoms and medical history, do a physical exam, and recommend several basic tests.
This information may point to a heart problem as the cause of your palpitatio... |
What are the treatments for Heart Palpitations ? | Treatment for palpitations depends on their cause. Most palpitations are harmless and often go away on their own. In these cases, no treatment is needed.
Avoiding Triggers
Your palpitations may be harmless but bothersome. If so, your doctor may suggest avoiding things that trigger them... |
How to prevent Heart Palpitations ? | You can take steps to prevent palpitations. Try to avoid things that trigger them. For example:
Reduce anxiety and stress. Anxiety and stress (including panic attacks) are a common cause of harmless palpitations. Relaxation exercises, yoga or tai chi, biofeedback or guided imagery, or aromatherapy may ... |
What is (are) Congenital Heart Defects ? | Congenital (kon-JEN-ih-tal) heart defects are problems with the heart's structure that are present at birth. These defects can involve:
The interior walls of the heart
The valves inside the heart
The arteries and veins that carry blood to the heart or the body
... |
What causes Congenital Heart Defects ? | If your child has a congenital heart defect, you may think you did something wrong during your pregnancy to cause the problem. However, doctors often don't know why congenital heart defects occur.
Heredity may play a role in some heart defects. For example, a parent who has a congenital heart defect ma... |
What are the symptoms of Congenital Heart Defects ? | Many congenital heart defects cause few or no signs and symptoms. A doctor may not even detect signs of a heart defect during a physical exam.
Some heart defects do cause signs and symptoms. They depend on the number, type, and severity of the defects. Severe defects can cause signs and symptoms, usual... |
How to diagnose Congenital Heart Defects ? | Severe congenital heart defects generally are diagnosed during pregnancy or soon after birth. Less severe defects often aren't diagnosed until children are older.
Minor defects often have no signs or symptoms. Doctors may diagnose them based on results from a physical exam and tests done for another re... |
What are the treatments for Congenital Heart Defects ? | Although many children who have congenital heart defects don't need treatment, some do. Doctors repair congenital heart defects with catheter procedures or surgery.
Sometimes doctors combine catheter and surgical procedures to repair complex heart defects, which may involve several kinds of defects.
... |
What is (are) Aplastic Anemia ? | Aplastic anemia (a-PLAS-tik uh-NEE-me-uh) is a blood disorder in which the body's bone marrow doesn't make enough new blood cells. Bone marrow is a sponge-like tissue inside the bones. It makes stem cells that develop into red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets (PLATE-lets).
Red blood cells ... |
What causes Aplastic Anemia ? | Damage to the bone marrow's stem cells causes aplastic anemia. When stem cells are damaged, they don't grow into healthy blood cells.
The cause of the damage can be acquired or inherited. "Acquired" means you aren't born with the condition, but you develop it. "Inherited" means your parents passed the ... |
Who is at risk for Aplastic Anemia? ? | Aplastic anemia is a rare but serious blood disorder. People of all ages can develop aplastic anemia. However, it's most common in adolescents, young adults, and the elderly. Men and women are equally likely to have it.
The disorder is two to three times more common in Asian countries.
... |
What are the symptoms of Aplastic Anemia ? | Lower than normal numbers of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets cause most of the signs and symptoms of aplastic anemia.
Signs and Symptoms of Low Blood Cell Counts
Red Blood Cells
The most common symptom of a low red blood cell count i... |
How to diagnose Aplastic Anemia ? | Your doctor will diagnose aplastic anemia based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and test results.
Once your doctor knows the cause and severity of the condition, he or she can create a treatment plan for you.
Specialists Involved
If your primary ... |
What are the treatments for Aplastic Anemia ? | Treatments for aplastic anemia include blood transfusions, blood and marrow stem cell transplants, and medicines. These treatments can prevent or limit complications, relieve symptoms, and improve quality of life.
Blood and marrow stem cell transplants may cure the disorder in some people who are eligi... |
What is (are) Oxygen Therapy ? | Oxygen therapy is a treatment that provides you with extra oxygen, a gas that your body needs to work well. Normally, your lungs absorb oxygen from the air. However, some diseases and conditions can prevent you from getting enough oxygen.
Oxygen therapy may help you function better and be more active. ... |
What is the outlook for Oxygen Therapy ? | During an emergencysuch as a serious accident, possible heart attack, or other life-threatening eventyou might be started on oxygen therapy right away.
Otherwise, your doctor will decide whether you need oxygen therapy based on test results. An arterial blood gas test and a pulse oximetry test can meas... |
What is the outlook for Oxygen Therapy ? | During an emergencysuch as a serious accident, possible heart attack, or other life-threatening eventyou might be started on oxygen therapy right away.
While you're in the hospital, your doctor will check on you to make sure you're getting the right amount of oxygen. Nurses or respiratory therapists al... |
Who is at risk for Oxygen Therapy? ? | Oxygen therapy can cause complications and side effects. These problems might include a dry or bloody nose, skin irritation from the nasal cannula or face mask, fatigue (tiredness), and morning headaches.
If these problems persist, tell your doctor and home equipment provider. Depending on the problem,... |
What is (are) Peripheral Artery Disease ? | Peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) is a disease in which plaque builds up in the arteries that carry blood to your head, organs, and limbs. Plaque is made up of fat, cholesterol, calcium, fibrous tissue, and other substances in the blood.
When plaque builds up in the body's arteries, the condition is c... |
What causes Peripheral Artery Disease ? | The most common cause of peripheral arterydisease (P.A.D.) is atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a disease in which plaque builds up in your arteries. The exact cause of atherosclerosis isn't known.
The disease may start if certain factors damage the inner layers of the arteries. These factors include... |
Who is at risk for Peripheral Artery Disease? ? | Peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) affects millions of people in the United States. The disease is more common in blacks than any other racial or ethnic group.The major risk factors for P.A.D. are smoking, older age, and having certain diseases or conditions.
Smoking
Smoking is the mai... |
What are the symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease ? | Many people who have peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) dont have any signs or symptoms.
Even if you don't have signs or symptoms, ask your doctor whether you should get checked for P.A.D. if you're:
Aged 70 or older
Aged 50 or older and have a history of smoking or di... |
How to diagnose Peripheral Artery Disease ? | Peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) is diagnosed based on your medical and family histories, a physical exam, and test results.
P.A.D. often is diagnosed after symptoms are reported. A correct diagnosis is important because people who have P.A.D. are at higher risk for coronary heart disease (CHD), hear... |
What are the treatments for Peripheral Artery Disease ? | Treatments for peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) include lifestyle changes, medicines, and surgery or procedures.
The overall goals of treating P.A.D. include reducing risk of heart attack and stroke; reducing symptoms of claudication; improving mobility and overall quality of life; and preventing com... |
How to prevent Peripheral Artery Disease ? | Taking action to control your risk factors can help prevent or delay peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.) and its complications. Know your family history of health problems related to P.A.D. If you or someone in your family has the disease, be sure to tell your doctor. Controlling risk factors includes the following.
... |
What is (are) Insomnia ? | Espaol
Insomnia (in-SOM-ne-ah) is a common sleep disorder. People who have insomnia have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or both. As a result, they may get too little sleep or have poor-quality sleep. They may not feel refreshed when they wake up.
Overview
Inso... |
What causes Insomnia ? | Secondary Insomnia
Secondary insomnia is the symptom or side effect of another problem. This type of insomnia often is a symptom of an emotional, neurological, or other medical or sleep disorder.
Emotional disorders that can cause insomnia include depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic... |
Who is at risk for Insomnia? ? | Insomnia is a common disorder. It affects women more often than men. The disorder can occur at any age. However, older adults are more likely to have insomnia than younger people.
People who might be at increased risk for insomnia include those who:
Have a lot of stress.
... |
What are the symptoms of Insomnia ? | The main symptom of insomnia is trouble falling or staying asleep, which leads to lack of sleep. If you have insomnia, you may:
Lie awake for a long time before you fall asleep
Sleep for only short periods
Be awake for much of the night
Feel as if you ... |
How to diagnose Insomnia ? | Your doctor will likely diagnose insomnia based on your medical and sleep histories and a physical exam. He or she also may recommend a sleep study. For example, you may have a sleep study if the cause of your insomnia is unclear.
Medical History
To find out what's causing your insomni... |
What are the treatments for Insomnia ? | Lifestyle changes often can help relieve acute (short-term) insomnia. These changes might make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.
A type of counseling called cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can help relieve the anxiety linked to chronic (ongoing) insomnia. Anxiety tends to prolong insomnia.
... |
What is (are) Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis ? | Thrombocythemia (THROM-bo-si-THE-me-ah) and thrombocytosis (THROM-bo-si-TO-sis) are conditions in which your blood has a higher than normal number of platelets (PLATE-lets).
Platelets are blood cell fragments. They're made in your bone marrow along with other kinds of blood cells.
Plat... |
What causes Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis ? | Primary Thrombocythemia
In this condition, faulty stem cells in the bone marrow make too many platelets. What causes this to happen usually isn't known. When this process occurs without other blood cell disorders, it's called essential thrombocythemia.
A rare form of thrombocythemia is... |
Who is at risk for Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis? ? | Primary Thrombocythemia
Thrombocythemia isn't common. The exact number of people who have the condition isn't known. Some estimates suggest that 24 out of every 100,000 people have primary thrombocythemia.
Primary thrombocythemia is more common in people aged 50 to 70, but it can occur... |
What are the symptoms of Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis ? | People who have thrombocythemia or thrombocytosis may not have signs or symptoms. These conditions might be discovered only after routine blood tests.
However, people who have primary thrombocythemia are more likely than those who have secondary thrombocytosis to have serious signs and symptoms.
... |
How to diagnose Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis ? | Your doctor will diagnose thrombocythemia or thrombocytosis based on your medical history, a physical exam, and test results. A hematologist also may be involved in your care. This is a doctor who specializes in blood diseases and conditions.
Medical History
Your doctor may ask you abo... |
What are the treatments for Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis ? | Primary Thrombocythemia
This condition is considered less harmful today than in the past, and its outlook often is good. People who have no signs or symptoms don't need treatment, as long as the condition remains stable.
Taking aspirin may help people who are at risk for blood clots (a... |
How to prevent Thrombocythemia and Thrombocytosis ? | You can't prevent primary thrombocythemia. However, you can take steps to reduce your risk for complications. For example, you can control many of the risk factors for blood clots, such as high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking.
To reduce your risk, quit smoking, adopt healt... |
What is (are) Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation ? | Disseminated intravascular coagulation (ko-ag-u-LA-shun), or DIC, is a condition in which blood clots form throughout the body's small blood vessels. These blood clots can reduce or block blood flow through the blood vessels, which can damage the body's organs.
In DIC, the increased clotting uses up pl... |
What causes Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation ? | Some diseases and conditions can disrupt the body's normal blood clotting process and lead to disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). These diseases and conditions include:
Sepsis (an infection in the bloodstream)
Surgery and trauma
Cancer
Seriou... |
Who is at risk for Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation? ? | Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is the result of an underlying disease or condition. People who have one or more of the following conditions are most likely to develop DIC:
Sepsis (an infection in the bloodstream)
Surgery and trauma
Cancer
... |
What are the symptoms of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation ? | Signs and symptoms of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) depend on its cause and whether the condition is acute or chronic.
Acute DIC develops quickly (over hours or days) and is very serious. Chronic DIC develops more slowly (over weeks or months). It lasts longer and usually isn't recognize... |
How to diagnose Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation ? | Your doctor will diagnose disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) based on your medical history, a physical exam, and test results. Your doctor also will look for the cause of DIC.
Acute DIC requires emergency treatment. The condition can be life threatening if it's not treated right away. If you ... |
What are the treatments for Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation ? | Treatment for disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) depends on its severity and cause. The main goals of treating DIC are to control bleeding and clotting problems and treat the underlying cause.
Acute Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
People who have acute DIC may have sev... |
What causes Heart Disease in Women ? | Research suggests thatcoronary heart disease(CHD) begins with damage to the lining and inner layers of the coronary (heart) arteries. Several factors contribute to this damage. They include:
Smoking, including secondhand smoke
High amounts of certain fats andcholesterol in the blood
... |
Who is at risk for Heart Disease in Women? ? | Certain traits, conditions, or habits may raise your risk forcoronary heart disease(CHD). These conditions are known as risk factors. Risk factors also increase the chance that existing CHD will worsen.
Women generally have the same CHD risk factors as men. However, some risk factors may affect women d... |
What are the symptoms of Heart Disease in Women ? | The signs and symptoms ofcoronary heart disease(CHD) may differ between women and men. Some women who have CHD have no signs or symptoms. This is called silent CHD.
Silent CHD may not be diagnosed until a woman has signs and symptoms of aheart attack, heart failure, or an arrhythmia(irregular heartbeat... |
How to diagnose Heart Disease in Women ? | Your doctor will diagnosecoronary heart disease(CHD) based on your medical and family histories, your risk factors, a physical exam, and the results from tests and procedures.
No single test can diagnose CHD. If your doctor thinks you have CHD, he or she may recommend one or more of the following tests... |
What are the treatments for Heart Disease in Women ? | Treatment forcoronary heart disease (CHD) usually is the same for both women and men. Treatment may include lifestyle changes, medicines, medical and surgical procedures, andcardiac rehabilitation(rehab).
The goals of treatment are to:
Relieve symptoms.
Reduce risk fac... |
How to prevent Heart Disease in Women ? | Taking action to control your risk factors can help prevent or delaycoronary heart disease(CHD). Your risk for CHD increases with the number of CHD risk factors you have.
One step you can take is to adopt a heart healthy lifestyle. A heart healthy lifestyle should be part of a lifelong approach to heal... |
What is (are) Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia ? | Primary ciliary (SIL-e-ar-e) dyskinesia (dis-kih-NE-ze-ah), or PCD, is a rare disease that affects tiny, hair-like structures that line the airways. These structures are called cilia (SIL-e-ah).
Cilia move together in wave-like motions. They carry mucus (a slimy substance) toward the mouth to be coughe... |
What causes Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia ? | Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare, inherited disease. "Inherited" means the disease is passed from parents to children through genes. With PCD, this process is very complex. Researchers are still learning how the disease is inherited and which genes are involved.
Generally, a child must inheri... |
Who is at risk for Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia? ? | Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare disease that affects both males and females. The disease also affects people from all racial and ethnic groups.
Some people who have PCD have breathing problems from the moment of birth. However, other people can go through all or most of their lives without k... |
What are the symptoms of Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia ? | Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) mainly affects the sinuses, ears, and lungs. One sign that you might have PCD is if you have chronic (ongoing) infections in one or more of these areas. Common signs, symptoms, and complications linked to PCD include the following:
Sinuses: - Chronic nasal congestion ... |
How to diagnose Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia ? | Your doctor or your child's doctor will diagnose primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) based on signs and symptoms and test results.
If your primary care doctor thinks that you may have PCD or another lung disorder, he or she may refer you to a pulmonologist. This is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing a... |
What are the treatments for Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia ? | Unfortunately, no treatment is available yet to fix faulty airway cilia. (Cilia are tiny, hair-like structures that line the airways.) Thus, treatment for primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) focuses on which symptoms and complications you have.
The main goals of treating PCD are to:
Contr... |
What is (are) Hemolytic Anemia ? | Hemolytic anemia (HEE-moh-lit-ick uh-NEE-me-uh) is a condition in which red blood cells are destroyed and removed from the bloodstream before their normal lifespan is over.
Red blood cells are disc-shaped and look like doughnuts without holes in the center. These cells carry oxygen to your body. They a... |
What causes Hemolytic Anemia ? | The immediate cause of hemolytic anemia is the early destruction of red blood cells. This means that red blood cells are destroyed and removed from the bloodstream before their normal lifespan is over.
Many diseases, conditions, and factors can cause the body to destroy its red blood cells. These cause... |
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