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Raynaud's phenomenon

Raynaud's disease causes skin colour changes, numbness and pain triggered by cold or stress. Learn about its causes and treatment options.

Compartment syndrome

Compartment syndrome is caused by pressure in a group of muscles. Read about the symptoms and treatments for acute and chronic compartment syndrome.

Peripheral vascular disease

Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) narrows blood vessels, often in legs, causing pain, numbness and ulcers. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial.

Thrombosis

Thrombosis, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is where a blood clot forms in a vein or artery. Learn about the risk factors and how to prevent it.

Blood disorders

Blood disorders range from mild to life-threatening, and it is important to see a health professional if you suspect you may have one. Learn more about them here.

Abdominal aortic aneurysm

An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the aorta (the main blood vessel in the body). Read about the symptoms and treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms.

Angioplasty

Angioplasty can be done to increase the flow of blood through a narrowed blood vessel. Learn how to prepare for angioplasty and what to expect.

Thrombocytopenia

Learn about thrombocytopenia (also spelt thrombocytopaenia) — low levels of platelets in your blood, which can cause bleeding problems.

Thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS)

Learn about TTS, a blood-clotting syndrome linked to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine (Vaxzevria). This vaccine is no longer available in Australia.

D-dimer test

The D-dimer test is a blood test that checks for, or monitors, blood-clotting problems. Find out what a positive result means for you.

Varicose veins surgery

Varicose veins are a common problem and can lead to complications if left untreated. Support stockings can help to control symptoms but will not remove the varicose veins.

Toe and forefoot amputation

Foot disease is a common condition caused by a poor blood supply to your foot. Removing any dead or infected tissue should prevent the spread of infection and improve your mobility.

Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot

Blood clots occur to prevent you from losing too much blood. They can form inside a vein and move to your lungs, causing pain or serious complications.

Aortic dissection

Aortic dissection is a rare but serious condition where there is a tear in the wall of your aorta - the largest artery in your body.

Polymyalgia rheumatica

Polymyalgia rheumatica causes inflammation in the joints and the surrounding tissues. Learn about its symptoms and the treatment options available.

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a blood disorder that increases the risk of blood clots and pregnancy complications. Learn more here.

International normalised ratio (INR) test

The international normalised ratio (INR) test is a measure of the time taken for your blood to clot. Find out more about this test and what it means.

Pre-eclampsia

Pre-eclampsia is a condition that can happen in pregnancy, causing high blood pressure. Read about the symptoms and treatment of pre-eclampsia.

Vasculitis

Vasculitis is a group of disorders and is caused by inflammation of blood vessels. Read more about vasculitis types, symptoms and treatment options.

Amputation

The loss of a limb can be life-changing, but support is available. Read all about amputation, including preparation, recovery and rehabilitation.

Kawasaki disease

Kawasaki disease is a rare illness causing fever and inflammation of blood vessels, mostly in children. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment.

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) causes a fast heartbeat and other symptoms when you stand up. Learn how to manage POTS.

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that occurs in a vein. Complications can be serious. Find out about the symptoms and how to prevent a DVT.

Chilblains (perniosis)

Chilblains are itchy, swollen, painful areas of skin on your fingers and toes that are caused by cold. Read about chilblain symptoms and treatment.

Diuretic medicines

Find out what diuretic medicine is used for, how it works, the most common diuretics and any side effects associated with taking it.

Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

ACE inhibitors and ARBs are commonly taken for hypertension. They work by relaxing your blood vessels. You shouldn’t take ACE inhibitors and ARBs together.

Limb numbness

Numbness in the limbs is common, especially if you've been sitting or sleeping awkwardly. If it continues over a long period, you should see a doctor.

Primary aldosteronism

Primary aldosteronism is a condition where you make too much of the hormone aldosterone — find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

Varicose veins

Varicose veins are swollen blood vessels, usually seen on your legs. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments for varicose veins.

Pulmonary embolism

A pulmonary embolism is serious. If a blood clot gets stuck in your lungs it can cause problems with your heart and breathing. Learn the symptoms.

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Search results for: "Vascular Diseases"

Life stage

Raynaud's phenomenon

Compartment syndrome

Peripheral vascular disease

Thrombosis

Blood disorders

Abdominal aortic aneurysm

Angioplasty

Thrombocytopenia

Thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS)

D-dimer test

Varicose veins surgery

Toe and forefoot amputation

Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot

Aortic dissection

Polymyalgia rheumatica

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

International normalised ratio (INR) test

Pre-eclampsia

Vasculitis

Amputation

Kawasaki disease

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Chilblains (perniosis)

Diuretic medicines

Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

Limb numbness

Primary aldosteronism

Varicose veins

Pulmonary embolism

Life stage

Raynaud's phenomenon

Compartment syndrome

Peripheral vascular disease

Thrombosis

Blood disorders

Abdominal aortic aneurysm

Angioplasty

Thrombocytopenia

Thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS)

D-dimer test

Varicose veins surgery

Toe and forefoot amputation

Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot

Aortic dissection

Polymyalgia rheumatica

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

International normalised ratio (INR) test

Pre-eclampsia

Vasculitis

Amputation

Kawasaki disease

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Chilblains (perniosis)

Diuretic medicines

Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

Limb numbness

Primary aldosteronism

Varicose veins

Pulmonary embolism

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