Atrial Fibrillation

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Archive for April, 2009

Is there any connection between the deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism?

Posted April 30th, 2009 by admin | 4 Comments

What is the difference between a pulmonary embolus and pulmonary infarct?
read this "so yes to your question"
http://blog.geekwithfibroids.com/2006/09/13/has-anyone-had-problems-with-deep-vein-thrombosis/
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Only about half of the people with deep vein thrombosis have symptoms. The symptoms may include:
* Swollen area of the leg.
* Pain or tenderness in the leg. The pain [...]

What does it feel like when you have blood clots in your leg?

Posted April 30th, 2009 by admin | 1 Comment

Two of my family members got diagnosed with cancer a few weeks ago. Both had leg pains, went to the doctor and were found to have blood clots in their legs which were being cause by their tumors.
I'm curious as to how painful that kind of thing is? Like if you have a [...]

Pregnancy and Atenolol?

Posted April 30th, 2009 by admin | 1 Comment

Hi. I'm going to be getting married soon and I am on Atenolol for daily chest pain and an arythmia. I've had all kinds of tests done, but doctors still can't tell me why I'm having the pain. My dad has had atrial fibrillation, and he has had the same symptoms as me when he [...]

Blood Disorders That Can Affect Patients With Lupus

Posted April 30th, 2009 by admin | No Comments

It was shown that, even if it seems hard to believe, the initial signs of lupus may appear in the blood, a blood disorder can be the first sign that comes in patients having systemic lupus erythematosus.Systemic lupus erythematosus can show hematological symptoms like anemia, thrombocytopenia, low white blood cell counts and clotting disturbances. That [...]

The Lymphatic System

Posted April 30th, 2009 by admin | 7 Comments

Lymphoma symptoms can range from non-existent to severe. When the disease affects the central nervous system, the patient may suffer from confusion and/or seizures and acute neurological dysfunction. In the early stages patients experience no pain or discomfort.
The disease is sometimes confused for other common illnesses, such as the common cold, flu or respiratory infections. [...]

How long do people have to stay in rehab if they are recovering from a stroke caused by cerebral thrombosis?

Posted April 29th, 2009 by admin | 1 Comment

Cerebral thormbosis is when a blood clot forms in one of the major blood vessels supplying the brain.
Up to a year I imagine, thats a tough one and would require tough therapy and it also depends on the facility and how they are doing rehabilitation. Ask a lot of questions!

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What disease causes the body to quit producing vitamin B resulting in blood clots on the lungs?

Posted April 29th, 2009 by admin | 2 Comments

Blood clots on lungs and the body is not producing vitamin B. I can't recall the disease but heard of it. Any ideas?
A lack or a deficiency of Vit B 6 may be related to seizures, chronic pain, depression, headaches and, Parkinsons's Disease.
Basically, a deficiency of Vitamin B6, folic acid or, Vitamin B 12 may [...]

I have these symptoms, irregular heart beat, back pain, bloating in stomach & have a hard time breathing help?

Posted April 29th, 2009 by admin | 4 Comments

I was diagnosed with Atrial Fibrillation, and a pace maker was recently implanted for my heart rate. I am taking norpace and diovan.It is hard to breathe sometimes. I think there is another problem.My doctor doesn't seem to be concerned
Call your doctor's office and ask your doctor. Talk to his nurse if he [...]

Is there any Similarity between DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS and VARICOCELE?

Posted April 28th, 2009 by admin | 1 Comment

What is DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS and VARICOCELE?
What Precautions should be taken in Deep Vein Thrombosis and Varicocele?
Pls explain in Detail?
Thanks
A vein is a blood vessel that returns blood from the tissues of the body back to the heart. The body has two distinct systems of veins, a superficial system and a deep system. The [...]

are getting blood clots the size of quarters wile your on your period bad?

Posted April 28th, 2009 by admin | 5 Comments

i am on my period. and this is the first time this has ever happened ( not having my period.. its the first time having te blood clots i mean) and they are about the size of a quarter. it almosts looks like a blob of red jelly. is this normal?
It is quite normal to [...]