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Also called hemorrhage. Bleeding is the loss of blood. It can happen inside or outside the body. Bleeding can be … Read More »
Bleeding
Brain Aneurysm
Also called Berry aneurysm, Cerebral aneurysm, Intracranial aneurysm A brain aneurysm is an abnormal bulge or “ballooning” in the wall … Read More »
Behcet’s Syndrome
Also called Behcet’s disease. Behcet’s syndrome is a disease that involves inflammation of the blood vessels. It causes problems in … Read More »
Cardiac Arrest
Also called SCA, Sudden cardiac death. The heart has an internal electrical system that controls the rhythm of the heartbeat. … Read More »
Arteriovenous Malformations
Also called AVM. Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are defects in your vascular system. The vascular system includes arteries, veins, and capillaries. … Read More »
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Also called PAD. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) happens when there is a narrowing of the blood vessels outside of your … Read More »
Coronary Artery Disease
Also called CAD, Coronary arteriosclerosis, Coronary atherosclerosis. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It … Read More »
Atherosclerosis
Also called arteriosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a disease in which plaque builds up inside your arteries. Plaque is a sticky substance … Read More »
Arrhythmia
Also called irregular heart beat. An arrhythmia is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your heartbeat. It means … Read More »
Aplastic Anemia
Aplastic anemia is a rare but serious blood disorder. If you have it, your bone marrow doesn’t make enough new … Read More »
