Introduction to DVT Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms inside a deep vein within the body, usually in the legs and less commonly in the arms. A clot can form for various reasons, such as damage caused by surgery or injury, sitting down for long periods of time, or increased inherent
Read MoreUterine fibroids are a common yet serious medical issue that affects women of all ages in Singapore. They’re non-cancerous growths that form in the uterus and can cause many symptoms, including cramping, heavy bleeding, pain during intercourse, and other irregularities. Uterine fibroids can be life-altering for many women due to their effects on fertility, health,
Read MoreWhat are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are a very common condition with up to half the adult population experiencing some degree of venous stigmata in their lifetime. Varicose veins are twisted superficial veins, usually found on the legs, and can be unsightly and uncomfortable but do not cause serious medical problems unless left untreated. The
Read MoreImage source: [https://www.victorianvascular.com.au/home/arterial-disease/peripheral-arterial-disease/] Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a condition in which the blood vessels supplying the arms and/or legs are narrowed leading to reduced supply of oxygen and nutrients to these areas. Symptoms of PAD can range from aching or cramps in the affected limb to wounds or gangrene, ultimately resulting in amputation of
Read MoreWhat is an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)? The abdominal aorta is a large blood vessel found in the abdomen. It is the continuation of the main blood vessel (the thoracic aorta) which comes directly from the heart and travels just in front of the spine all the way down into the pelvis. Along its course,
Read MoreSymptoms, causes, and prevention of spider veins.Why you might need spider veins treatment, Singapore. WHAT ARE SPIDER VEINS? Spider veins are a milder and less severe form of varicose veins, and they tend to appear on the feet as well as on the face. They occur when the valves in the veins weaken and the
Read MoreGangrene is the death of body tissue caused by poor circulation or severe bacterial infection leading to lack of oxygen of the tissue cells. As the primary cause of gangrene is atherosclerosis, it is very important that you manage your diet to lower your chances of developing atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is the buildup of plaque deposits
Read MoreWHAT IS CLaCs USED FOR? You may have, heard of, or seen your relatives and friends having dark purple or blue bulging, twisted veins on their arms and legs – these are varicose veins. Usually, they happen to someone who sits down or stands up without moving for a long period of time, and to
Read MoreWhat Are Veins? When you stick your arm out, you may see blue or green lines under the skin running along it. These are veins, a type of blood vessel in the body. Veins hold around 75% of all the blood in the body at any point in time. If you know about arteries, blood
Read MoreHome remedies and medical treatment options Chronic leg ulcers are open wounds or sores that do not heal even after a long period of time. They are often associated with poor blood circulation which then deprives the tissues in certain areas of oxygen and nutrients, thus leading to the deterioration of these tissues to form
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