Vascular dementia
Vascular dementia develops due to problems with the blood’s circulation to the brain. Find out about the types, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Peripheral vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease can cause pain and cramps in the legs when walking. Find out about the cause and how it is treated.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Although low blood pressure (hypotension) is better than high, it can cause troublesome symptoms or be the sign of an underlying problem.
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High blood pressure (hypertension)
High blood pressure affects around 1 in 3 Australian adults, so it's important to know your risk of hypertension and how to prevent it.
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What is a healthy blood pressure?
It's important to have your blood pressure checked, as your blood pressureaffects blood flow to your organs. Discover more about this simple test.
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Raynaud's phenomenon
Read about Raynaud's phenomenon, where parts of your body (often the fingers) change colour and feel numb and cool when you get cold or stressed.
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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a blood disorder that increases the risk of blood clots and pregnancy complications. Learn more here.
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