Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to varicose veins: As many as 40 million adults (1 in 5) in the United States suffer from varicose veins. Pregnancy, excess weight, jobs that require long periods of standing or sitting, and a family history of varicose veins may increase a person’s risk […]
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Varicose veins are veins that have become wider and twisted due to a defect in the valves in the vein. These valves normally prevent the backflow of blood in the vein. Since the valves that prevent the backflow of blood in a section of the vein are not working normally, blood pools along the vein,
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Several factors may accelerate, if not cause, the development of varicose veins. Heredity– People with a family history of varicose veins are at greater risk of developing the condition. Gender– Women are at greater risk than men, probably because the female sex hormones estrogen and progesterone cause blood vessels to relax, thus separating the valves
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Anemia can be detected by a simple blood test. Most causes can be diagnosed by analysis of blood samples and by examination of the blood cells under a microscope. A complete blood count test is always performed. The red blood cells and their iron-bearing protein, hemoglobin, are measured. The percentage of red blood cells in
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The treatment for anemia depends on the type and cause. Iron deficiency anemia is treated with iron (ferrous sulphate) supplements, initially taken three times a day. If nausea, stomach cramps, diarrhea or constipation occur, the medication may be taken with a little bit of food. Treatment should be continued for three to six months in order
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Here are some frequently asked questions related to anemia. Q: What is the most common form of anemia? A: By far, the most common form of anemia worldwide is iron deficiency anemia. Q: How many different kinds of anemia are there? A: There are close to 100 different varieties of anemia. Q: How does drinking an excessive
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to anemia. Anemia affects about 3.5 million Americans, making it the most common blood disorder in the U.S. Anemia is the result of below-normal levels of hemoglobin in the red blood cells. There are many different kinds of anemia ranging from mild and easily treatable iron
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to anemia. Erythrocyte: A mature red blood cell (RBC) Hematocrit: The volume of red blood cells in a given volume of blood. Hemoglobin: Iron-containing pigment of the red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. Hemolysis: The destruction of the membrane of red blood cells. Jaundice: A condition characterized
Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on anemia. Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation Phone: 800.747.2820 Online: http://www.aplastic.org Sickle Cell Research Foundation Phone: 318-487-8019 Online: http://www.scarf.qpg.com/ Cooley’s Anemia Foundation, Inc. (Thalassemia) Phone: 800 – 522 – 7222 Online: http://www.thalassemia.org Cord Blood Banking Information Provides information on public and private umbilical cord blood collection and
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Anemia is a condition in which the blood does not supply the body with enough oxygen. This is because, in anemia, either the number of red blood cells circulating in the body is lower than normal or the levels of hemoglobin inside the red blood cells fall below normal. If hemoglobin and/or red blood cell levels
There are three general causes of anemia: Decreased red cell production by the bone marrow Increased red cell destruction, or hemolysis Blood loss from heavy menstrual periods or internal bleeding When you’re anemic, your body either produces too few healthy red blood cells, or destroys them faster than they can be replaced or loses too many of
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A person with anemia will feel tired and weak. That’s because the body’s tissues are not getting enough oxygen. In fact, fatigue is the main symptom. The severity of symptoms is in part related to how severe the anemia is. Mild cases can occur without symptoms and may be detected only during a medical exam
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