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Hypertension, or consistently elevated blood pressure, is sometimes known as the silent killer because this common condition often doesn’t show any symptoms until it’s very advanced. At that point, complications like a stroke, heart attack, or congestive heart failure are difficult to prevent. Most cases of primary hypertension don’t have...
Arm artery disease typically occurs as a result of other health issues, including autoimmune disease, atherosclerosis, embolism, and as a complication of dialysis access. If you develop this uncommon type of peripheral artery disease, you’ll need professional medical treatment to protect your health. The signs of arm artery disease can...
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that can have potentially fatal complications. But, almost 50% of DVT patients don’t show any symptoms or warning signs. That’s why it’s important to know about your risks for DVT, and take control of your vascular health. At the Vascular Institute of...
If you have diabetes, your condition can impact your body and health in multiple ways. As a result of blood sugar (glucose) imbalances due to diabetes, your arteries can suffer from diabetic vascular disease. When your limbs and extremities don’t get enough blood delivered through your vascular system, serious problems...
You rely on your liver every day to help you digest your food. Your liver, an organ about the size of a football, is located in your abdomen, underneath the right side of your rib cage. Without healthy liver function, you could suffer as a result of not being able...
If you have peripheral artery disease (PAD), the blood vessels leading to your legs and feet narrow, leading to symptoms of pain and cramping. Improving your circulation through exercise is an important part of easing the symptoms of PAD. However, you’ll need to take care when exercising with PAD to...
Heart health may be more essential than you realize. In the month of February, the American Heart Association increases its efforts to make sure that everyone in the United States, both men and women, understands the facts about heart health and the risks of heart disease. You can trust the...
If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you know all about the need to keep track of your blood sugar levels. But did you know that your feet could be uniquely at risk? According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around half of all diabetes...
Your kidneys provide essential support services for your whole-body health and wellness. If you’re one of the 1 in 3 adults in the United States with a risk of getting kidney disease, you could face critical problems with eliminating bodily wastes and filtering your blood effectively. So, do you know...
People with high blood pressure (HBP), or hypertension, face serious health risks. While you can’t cure primary hypertension, you can take steps to keep it under control, preserving your heart health and your full quality of life. Enrico Ascher, MD, provides support to new and existing patients living with hypertension...
If you have unusual swelling in your arms or legs, you might be dealing with lymphedema. The term lymphedema refers to swelling in certain areas of your body. This occurs due to an abnormal collection of excess body fluids in one or more of your limbs. You can have lymphedema...
The primary veins in your body work to return blood from your extremities back to your heart and lungs. The circulation of blood throughout your body delivers essential nutrients and ensures vital functions. That's why it's so important for your circulation to continue unimpeded. Blood clots that form in your...
Your liver performs an essential role in your physical health, working to remove toxins from your body and help you digest your food. Among the different types of liver disease that can damage this vital organ, liver cancer can be a serious cause for concern. Cancers can appear in many...
The COVID-19 pandemic affects us all in countries around the world. While COVID-19 appears to be transmitted through respiratory droplets, this novel coronavirus disease seems to impact patients' hearts and vascular systems, as well. If you have concerns about your heart or vascular health, what do you need to know...
Your abdominal aorta provides one of the major pathways for the circulation of blood around your body — necessary for many of your vital processes. Its pathway runs up through the core of your abdomen and chest. When this aorta becomes enlarged, an aneurysm or rupture can occur. If that...
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) might be the most dangerous medical condition you’ve never heard. Unlike heart attacks and strokes, this exceptionally common cardiovascular problem doesn’t seem to draw a lot of public interest or attention. But here’s why it should: Every year in the United States, DVT causes about 300,000...
Tasked with carrying blood from your heart to your body, your arteries deliver essential oxygen and nutrients to your brain, organs, muscles, and other tissues. If your arteries aren’t as flexible or as open as they should be, the vital flow of blood, oxygen, and nutrients can suffer. This is...
If your legs are marked by prominent, twisted, bulging, or rope-like dark blue veins, you’re not alone — varicose veins affect nearly one in four adults in the United States. While anyone can develop the problem, these swollen, conspicuous veins tend to occur most often in women, older adults, and...
As your largest, fastest-growing, and most exposed organ, your skin forms a vital protective barrier that safeguards you from infection, regulates your body temperature, and helps facilitate your sense of touch. Your skin is inherently strong, but it’s also vulnerable to injury — sufficient pressure or friction can easily result...
Venous ulcers, also known as venous stasis ulcers, are slow-healing, often painful wounds that usually occur on your legs. The condition affects about 1% of the U.S. population and accounts for more than 80% of patients’ wounds. While the probability of developing venous ulcers is higher if you have a...
While aches and pains typically accompany the aging process, some pain can be avoided or reduced with diagnosis and treatment. You may feel one leg or foot is continually colder than the other. Cuts and sores on your lower extremities could take longer to heal. You may experience cramping in...