Search Results for: blood vessel

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  Vascular Surgery Treatments for Clogged Blood Vessels

  August 21, 2017

  Did you know that clogged blood vessels can happen anywhere in your body? Learn about vascular surgery treatment options for clogged blood vessels.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: angioplasty, Atherosclerosis, Bypass surgery, catheter, high blood pressure, Peripheral artery disease, stroke

  

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  How Marfan Syndrome Affects Your Heart and Blood Vessels

  July 26, 2017

  Marfan syndrome is a rare disorder than can cause serious problems in your heart and blood vessels. Learn more about this condition and its treatment.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: aortic aneurysm, aortic dissection, Marfan Syndrome

  

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  Vascular Screening: A Check-Up for Your Blood Vessels

  April 12, 2022

  Not all vascular conditions have symptoms, so it's a good idea to be sure that your blood vessels are healthy. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, abdominal ultrasound, abi, ankle-brachial index, cardiovascular disease, Carotid artery disease, carotid artery stenosis, carotid artery ultrasound, diabetes, high blood pressure, pad, Peripheral artery disease, Vascular disease

  

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  Does Dehydration Raise Blood Pressure?

  May 17, 2023

  You may wonder if dehydration affects your heart health. For example, does dehydration raise blood pressure or lower it? Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  How to Lower Blood Sugar Naturally

  May 12, 2023

  Managing diabetes and lowering blood sugar is easier with the right diet and lifestyle changes. Learn the best strategies to naturally lower high blood sugar.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

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  What Is a Good Blood Pressure: Understanding Blood Pressure Readings

  June 23, 2023

  Learn more about what high blood pressure is, why it's a problem, and how to make sense of blood pressure readings.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  Why Do I Have Blood in My Stool?

  August 30, 2022

  Many different health conditions can cause rectal bleeding. Learn more about the different causes and when you should call your doctor.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  How to Prepare for Your Blood Donation

  April 28, 2022

  Blood donations are essential to helping patients survive everything from catastrophic injury to cancer treatment.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease: What’s the Connection?

  June 3, 2022

  What's the connection between high blood pressure and kidney disease?Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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