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Vascular health can be affected when there is a reduced arterial blood supply to a part of the body, such as the legs or brain. This can range from disease without symptoms, through to pain on walking, pain at rest and limb-threatening reduced blood supply that can lead to amputation.
The following websites provide information on vascular health:
Follow the links below to find information about vascular health and related health conditions.
Reviewed March 2009
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Peripheral arterial disease (Arteriosclerosis)
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of Peripheral arterial disease or Arteriosclerosis. Written by professional health specialists.
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Feb 2010
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Aneurysm
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Better Health Channel
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An aneurysm is an abnormal bulge in the wall of a blood vessel, such as an artery. Aneurysms most commonly develop along the aorta (the body's main blood vessel) and in blood vessels of the brain. If an aneurysm ruptures, death can occur in minutes.
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Nov 2009
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Aneurysm - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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An aneurysm is a swelling that occurs in an artery or vein when its wall is weakened.
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Nov 2009
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Pulmonary embolism
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Department of Health Western Australia
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Diagnostic imaging algorithm for patients with suspected pulmonary embolism.
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Oct 2009
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Pulmonary embolism (unstable)
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Department of Health Western Australia
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Diagnostic imaging algorithm for patients with suspected pulmonary embolism.
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Oct 2009
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Varicocele - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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A varicocele is a collection of widened veins that occurs on the outside of the testicle. A varicocele usually affects only the left testicle.
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Sep 2009
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Fainting
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Better Health Channel
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Fainting is a momentary episode of unconsciousness caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure. Common causes include heat, pain or distress. If you feel faint, lie down and elevate the feet. Fresh air can also help. If you do faint, remain lying down for ten minutes then get up slowly. If a person doesn't recover quickly, always seek urgent medical attention. The collapse could have been triggered by a more serious event such as cerebral haemorrhage (stroke).
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Aug 2009
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Pulmonary embolism in pregnancy
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Department of Health Western Australia
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Diagnostic imaging algorithm for patients with suspected pulmonary embolism during pregnancy.
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Aug 2009
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Cardiovascular disease
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Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
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Cardiovascular disease refers to a class of diseases that involve the heart and/or blood vessels (e.g. arteries). It is commonly related to atherosclerosis, a process whereby fatty deposits ("plaques") form in your arteries, causing them to narrow and possibly block completely.
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Jul 2009
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Diabetes - foot care
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Better Health Channel
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Diabetes affects the feet in two ways. It can reduce blood circulation and also damage the nerves to the feet. Good foot care can help people with diabetes to avoid foot problems. Take care of your feet, get regular check-ups from your doctor or podiatrist and act quickly if you have a problem.
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May 2009
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Blunt traumatic injury of thoracic aorta
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Department of Health Western Australia
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Diagnostic imaging algorithm for patients at risk of injury to the aorta following blunt trauma.
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May 2009
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Low blood pressure - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Blood pressure is determined by 3 main factors. Find out what causes low blood pressure and what you can do about it.
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May 2009
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Raynaud's phenomenon
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Better Health Channel
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Raynaud's phenomenon is the short-term interruption of blood flow to the extremities, most often fingers and toes. Other affected areas can include the ears, nose, tongue and nipples. Skin may change in colour as blood supply dwindles. Women under 25 years are most susceptible. In a few cases, Raynaud's phenomenon is a sign of an underlying autoimmune disorder, such as scleroderma.
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Apr 2009
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Feeling faint and passing out
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The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
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People who feel faint usually experience a sensation of lightheadedness or dizziness and possibly nausea Such feelings of faintness may sometimes progress to passing out a brief loss of consciousness
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Mar 2009
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Wegener's granulomatosis
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Better Health Channel
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Wegener's granulomatosis is a rare type of inflammation that targets the arteries, veins and capillaries of vital organs. The organs usually affected are the kidneys and the respiratory system, including the lungs, trachea, nose and sinuses. Wegener's granulomatosis may be fatal without treatment, but treatment is usually successful in controlling the disease.
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Mar 2009
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Leg ache - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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One of the more serious causes of leg pain is intermittent claudication. Find out more about this condition.
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Feb 2009
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Dizzy turns - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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Dizziness and giddiness are words used to describe a wide variety of sensations.
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Dec 2008
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Dizziness - orthostatic hypotension
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Better Health Channel
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Orthostatic hypotension (also called postural hypotension) is a form of low blood pressure which can cause dizziness. It happens when the blood vessels do not constrict (tighten) as you stand up, which makes you feel dizzy.
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Nov 2008
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Blood pressure (low) - hypotension
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Better Health Channel
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Hypotension, or low blood pressure, means that the pressure of blood as it circulates around the body is lower than normal or lower than expected. Hypotension is only a problem if it has a negative impact on the body. Symptoms may include light-headedness, dizziness, weakness, blurred vision. fatigue and fainting.
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Nov 2008
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