eMedTV Blood Articles

Arteriosclerosis

Tue, 5 Sep 2006 23:06:32 CDT

Arteriosclerosis
The term "arteriosclerosis" is used to refer generally to all forms of narrowing or thickening of arteries. This eMedTV Web page describes the different types of arteriosclerosis, including atherosclerosis and focal calcific arteriosclerosis.

Arteroslerosis

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 09:44:44 CST

Arteroslerosis
Arteriosclerosis is defined as the thickening and hardening of the arteries. This eMedTV page describes the various types of arteriosclerosis and offers a link to more detailed information. Arteroslerosis is a common misspelling of arteriosclerosis.

Atersclerosis

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 09:51:40 CST

Atersclerosis
Arteriosclerosis refers to the hardening and thickening of arteries. As this eMedTV resource explains, this condition is responsible for the majority of deaths in the United States. Atersclerosis is a common misspelling of arteriosclerosis.

Beta Thalassemia Statistics

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 18:25:57 CST

Beta Thalassemia Statistics
This eMedTV page offers beta thalassemia statistics regarding the disease's prevalence. These statistics show that the condition occurs often in Mediterranean countries, North Africa, and the Middle East, but is less common in the United States.

Beta Thalassemia

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:05:35 CST

Beta Thalassemia
Beta thalassemia affects a person's ability to produce hemoglobin, which can result in anemia. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at this disorder, including information on possible symptoms, treatment options, and inheritance patterns.

Symptoms of Beta Thalassemia

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:39:07 CDT

Symptoms of Beta Thalassemia
This section of the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth look at possible symptoms of beta thalassemia, such as anemia, jaundice, or abnormal facial bones. However, some people are "silent carriers" of the associated gene and do not have any symptoms.

Cooley's Anemia

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 21:27:17 CST

Cooley's Anemia
People with Cooley's anemia have less hemoglobin and fewer red blood cells than normal in their blood. This eMedTV Web page discusses the condition in detail, including causes, how it is inherited, symptoms, treatment options, and prognosis.

Deep Vain Thrombosis

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 09:55:16 CDT

Deep Vain Thrombosis
A deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot that forms in a vein, deep in the body. This section of the eMedTV site provides a brief overview of this topic. Deep vain thrombosis is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.

Deep Vein Thombosis

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:40:36 CDT

Deep Vein Thombosis
A deep vein thrombosis is when a blood clot forms in a vein deep inside the body. This eMedTV article gives an overview of the condition and provides a link to more information. Deep vein thombosis is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.

Deep Vein Thrombosis Diagnosis

Thu, 21 Dec 2006 13:12:24 CST

Deep Vein Thrombosis Diagnosis
As this eMedTV article explains, your doctor may ask about your medical history, perform an exam, and order certain tests when making a deep vein thrombosis diagnosis. This page describes the process of diagnosing this type of blood clot.

Deep Vein Thrombosis Prevention

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 18:00:05 CST

Deep Vein Thrombosis Prevention
As this eMedTV article explains, an important part of deep vein thrombosis prevention is being aware of the risk factors for the condition, such as being overweight or having to stay in bed for a long time. This page offers a list of risk factors.

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:15:01 CDT

Deep Vein Thrombosis
A deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body. This portion of the eMedTV library provides an in-depth look at this condition, including information about its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Deep Vein Thrombosus

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:09:04 CDT

Deep Vein Thrombosus
Deep vein thrombosis is a condition that involves a blood clot forming in a deep vein. This eMedTV segment offers some basic facts about this condition. Deep vein thrombosus is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.

Deep Vein Thrombus

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:36:36 CDT

Deep Vein Thrombus
This eMedTV segment explains that deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot in a vein deep in the body) usually occurs in the leg or hip veins. A link to more information is also included. Deep vein thrombus is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.

Deep Vein Trombosis

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 12:43:04 CDT

Deep Vein Trombosis
If a blood clot forms in a vein deep within the body, it's called a deep vein thrombosis. This eMedTV page provides a brief overview of this condition and links to more information. Deep vein trombosis is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.

DVT and Travel

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 12:30:07 CDT

DVT and Travel
Sitting still for long periods of time while traveling can lead to DVT (deep vein thrombosis). This eMedTV segment discusses the correlation between DVT and travel and offers prevention strategies for people who travel.

DVT Risk Factors

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:13:58 CDT

DVT Risk Factors
As this eMedTV page explains, risk factors for DVT (deep vein thrombosis) include low blood flow in a deep vein, pregnancy, and certain medical conditions. This page provides a detailed list of risk factors and explains how these items contribute to DVT.

DVT Symptoms

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:32:45 CDT

DVT Symptoms
As this eMedTV article explains, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) symptoms can include swelling of the leg, pain or tenderness in the leg, and increased warmth in the leg that is swollen. This page provides a list of other possible signs and symptoms.

DVT Treatments

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 12:35:11 CDT

DVT Treatments
Common treatments for DVT include medications, vena cava filters, and graduated compression stockings. This eMedTV article talks about the different types of treatment options available for deep vein thrombosis.

DVT

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:19:21 CDT

DVT
DVT stands for deep vein thrombosis. As you will read in this eMedTV article, this is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body. This article provides a general overview of the causes, symptoms, and possible complications of this condition.

Hemophilia A

Thu, 6 Nov 2008 18:22:03 CST

Hemophilia A
Hemophilia A is the most common form of hemophilia, an inherited bleeding disorder. This page of the eMedTV Web site offers an overview of this condition, including an explanation of how it interferes with the normal clotting process.

Hemophilia B

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 19:46:31 CDT

Hemophilia B
Hemophilia B is a disorder that involves a lack of clotting factor 9. This eMedTV article offers a detailed overview of this condition, including information about symptoms, how it affects blood's ability to clot, and treatment options.

Causes of Hemophilia

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 23:08:25 CDT

Causes of Hemophilia
As explained in this eMedTV segment, a mutation in the F8 gene causes hemophilia A, while a mutation in the F9 gene is responsible for hemophilia B. This article covers these genes in more detail and discusses how hemophilia is inherited.

Diagnosing Hemophilia

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 23:40:10 CST

Diagnosing Hemophilia
As explained on this eMedTV page, a doctor diagnosing hemophilia will usually review the patient's personal and family medical history, conduct a physical exam, and order blood tests. This article explains how hemophilia is diagnosed and classified.

Haemophilia

Fri, 5 Dec 2008 18:15:21 CST

Haemophilia
Hemophilia is a rare, inherited blood disorder. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at hemophilia, including information about how the disorder is diagnosed and treated. Haemophilia is a common alternate spelling of hemophilia.

Hemofilia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:52:10 CDT

Hemofilia
Hemophilia is a rare condition in which the blood does not clot normally. This page from the eMedTV Web site explains what causes hemophilia and lists some of the signs and symptoms of this disease. Hemofilia is a common misspelling of hemophilia.

Hemofilie

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:53:35 CDT

Hemofilie
Hemophilia is a genetic disorder in which the blood does not clot properly. This eMedTV Web page further explores the cause of hemophilia and explains what treatments are available for the condition. Hemofilie is a common misspelling of hemophilia.

Hemophelia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:57:17 CDT

Hemophelia
People with hemophilia, a bleeding disorder, may experience internal bleeding. This eMedTV segment describes other problems associated with hemophilia and explains how the condition is treated. Hemophelia is a common misspelling of hemophilia.

Hemophilia Symptoms

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:32:49 CDT

Hemophilia Symptoms
In cases of hemophilia, symptoms of the disease usually involve bleeding and bruising. This eMedTV page takes a look at the signs and symptoms of hemophilia, which can include unexplained nosebleeds, bleeding in the joints, and blood in the urine.

Hemophilia Treatment Risks

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 12:31:37 CST

Hemophilia Treatment Risks
As explained in this eMedTV resource, treatment for hemophilia may result in certain risks. Some of these hemophilia treatment risks include developing antibodies (which destroy the clotting factors) and getting a disease from human blood factor.

Hemophilia Treatment

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 16:24:46 CDT

Hemophilia Treatment
The most common type of hemophilia treatment is replacement therapy. As explained on this eMedTV page, replacement therapy involves replacing missing clotting factors. This article covers replacement therapy and other treatment options for this disease.

Hemophilia

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:48:46 CDT

Hemophilia
An inherited blood disorder, hemophilia occurs when the blood does not clot normally. This eMedTV article provides an overview of hemophilia, including information about how it is diagnosed and treated, and offers links to additional information.

Hemophilla

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:58:38 CDT

Hemophilla
Hemophilia is a genetic disorder in which a person's blood does not clot as it should. This part of the eMedTV archives briefly explores the causes and treatment of this rare condition. Hemophilla is a common misspelling of hemophilia.

Hemophillia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:59:48 CDT

Hemophillia
Hemophilia is a disease that affects the way your blood clots. This article from the eMedTV site discusses the possible dangers of hemophilia and explores available treatment options. Hemophillia is a common misspelling of hemophilia.

Living With Hemophilia

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 11:08:59 CST

Living With Hemophilia
While living with hemophilia can be challenging, there are sources of support available. This eMedTV Web page explains how hemophilia treatment centers (HTCs) can help people with the disease and their families cope with hemophilia.

Benefits of Pyridoxine

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:49:43 CDT

Benefits of Pyridoxine
Pyridoxine is often claimed to be beneficial for preventing migraines, kidney stones, and cancer. This eMedTV resource lists other supposed benefits of pyridoxine and explores how this vitamin may work for numerous different health problems.

Drug Interactions With Pyridoxine

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:00:18 CDT

Drug Interactions With Pyridoxine
Phenytoin, amiodarone, and phenobarbital may cause drug interactions with pyridoxine. As this eMedTV page explains, pyridoxine may reduce the effectiveness of these drugs or increase the risk of certain side effects, including sensitivity to the sun.

Is Pyridoxine Safe?

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:28:23 CDT

Is Pyridoxine Safe?
Many people may question, "Is pyridoxine safe?" This article from the eMedTV Web site lists general pyridoxine safety warnings and precautions, including a list of potential problems that may occur if you take high doses of this supplement.

Pyridoxin

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:11:58 CDT

Pyridoxin
Pyridoxine is a vitamin that is essential for helping enzymes work properly. This eMedTV segment explores other benefits of this vitamin and explains what problems may occur with low pyridoxine levels. Pyridoxin is a common misspelling of pyridoxine.

Pyridoxine Dosage

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:54:19 CDT

Pyridoxine Dosage
While there is no standard pyridoxine dosage, Recommended Dietary Allowances are available for this vitamin. This eMedTV segment explains how pyridoxine dosing works for general supplementation as well as for the treatment of specific conditions.

Pyridoxine

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:22:24 CDT

Pyridoxine
Pyridoxine is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for the formation of hemoglobin. This eMedTV Web page further explains what pyridoxine is used for, describes how the supplement works, and lists some of its potential side effects.

Side Effects of Pyridoxine

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:37:28 CDT

Side Effects of Pyridoxine
Potential side effects of pyridoxine include headache, vomiting, and stomach pain. This eMedTV article lists other bothersome (but usually not dangerous) pyridoxine side effects and explains which side effects may require immediate medical attention.

Causes of Spider Veins

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 18:15:48 CDT

Causes of Spider Veins
This eMedTV article explains the causes of spider veins, which involve the weakening of valves in the veins, causing blood to flow back into the vein. This article also covers risk factors for spider veins, including obesity and pregnancy.

Get Rid of Spider Veins

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 16:13:53 CDT

Get Rid of Spider Veins
If you have spider veins, treatment options may include sclerotherapy and laser surgery. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at the methods used to get rid of spider veins, including information on their effectiveness.

Spider Veins

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 17:11:29 CDT

Spider Veins
Spider veins are usually closer to the surface of the skin than varicose veins. This eMedTV article discusses spider veins in detail, including how they form, risk factors, and treatment methods.

Gene Therapy for Thalassemia Major

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 17:53:15 CST

Gene Therapy for Thalassemia Major
This eMedTV resource describes current research on gene therapy for thalassemia major, which may offer a cure for the disease. This genetic therapy could involve inserting genes to replace abnormal ones or encouraging fetal hemoglobin production.

Causes of Thalassemia

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 13:38:00 CST

Causes of Thalassemia
There are many possible combinations of variant genes that can cause thalassemia. This portion of the eMedTV library offers an in-depth look at the possible causes of thalassemia, which are linked to the genes that affect hemoglobin production.

How Is Thalassemia Inherited?

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 15:34:22 CST

How Is Thalassemia Inherited?
How is thalassemia inherited? The condition is passed from parent to child. However, as this eMedTV page explains, the type of thalassemia a child develops (or even if the condition develops) depends on whether the gene came from one or both parents.

Living With Thalassemia

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 15:47:26 CST

Living With Thalassemia
This eMedTV Web page provides a list of suggestions for people who are living with thalassemia. For example, it's important to maintain a healthy diet, follow your recommended treatment plan, and get a yearly flu shot to prevent infections.

Symptoms of Thalassemia

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:45:53 CDT

Symptoms of Thalassemia
As this eMedTV article explains, thalassemia symptoms occur when not enough oxygen is delivered to various parts of the body. This page includes a detailed list of possible signs and symptoms, including anemia, jaundice, and poor growth.

Thalacemia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:04:47 CDT

Thalacemia
People with thalassemia do not have enough hemoglobin to carry oxygen throughout the body. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of this blood disorder and explains what treatments are available. Thalacemia is a common misspelling of thalassemia.

Thalasemia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:10:20 CDT

Thalasemia
Thalassemia is a genetic disorder that can lead to mild to severe anemia. This eMedTV resource explains what causes thalassemia and describes various treatment options available for the condition. Thalasemia is a common misspelling of thalassemia.

Thalassaemia

Mon, 4 May 2009 16:11:34 CDT

Thalassaemia
This eMedTV Web page briefly describes thalassemia -- a group of inherited blood diseases that occur mostly in people of Mediterranean, Southern Asian, and African descent. Thalaessemia is a common alternate spelling of thalassemia.

Thalassemi

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:11:19 CDT

Thalassemi
Thalassemia is a group of diseases that affect a person's ability to produce hemoglobin. As this eMedTV page explains, thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that can cause mild to severe anemia. Thalassemi is a common misspelling of thalassemia.

Thalassemia and Pregnancy

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 16:16:33 CST

Thalassemia and Pregnancy
Approximately 100,000 babies worldwide are born with severe forms of thalassemia each year. This eMedTV page offers an in-depth look at the link between thalassemia and pregnancy, including options for couples with the condition who want to conceive.

Thalassemia and Who It Affects

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 16:30:34 CST

Thalassemia and Who It Affects
There are two types of thalassemia: alpha and beta. This section of the eMedTV Web site describes thalassemia and who it affects. While anyone can get it, the condition seems to affect people in certain ethnic groups more than others.

Thalassemia Diagnosis

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 15:21:08 CST

Thalassemia Diagnosis
This eMedTV page describes how doctors make a thalassemia diagnosis using different blood tests. People with milder forms of the disease may receive a diagnosis after a routine blood test shows that they have anemia not caused by an iron deficiency.

Thalassemia Prevention

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 16:19:33 CST

Thalassemia Prevention
While there is really no such thing as thalassemia prevention, this page on the eMedTV site explains how prenatal diagnosis and genetic counseling can help minimize the chances of having a baby with the disease.

Thalassemia Research

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 16:25:22 CST

Thalassemia Research
This eMedTV resource takes a look at thalassemia research on gene therapy and fetal hemoglobin. Scientists hope that by finding ways to enhance production of fetal hemoglobin in people with thalassemia, they can lessen the severity of the disease.

Thalassemia

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:56:07 CDT

Thalassemia
Thalassemia refers to a group of blood diseases that can result in mild to severe anemia. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses the various forms of this condition, as well as symptoms, treatment options, and more.

Thalesemia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:15:41 CDT

Thalesemia
Thalassemia is a blood disease that can be passed from parents to their children. This eMedTV segment explores the causes, characteristics, and treatment of this genetic disorder. Thalesemia is a common misspelling of thalassemia.

Thalessemia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:33:34 CDT

Thalessemia
People with thalassemia, an inherited blood disorder, often have mild to severe anemia. This eMedTV page explains why thalassemia occurs and describes tests that are used to diagnose this condition. Thalessemia is a common misspelling of thalassemia.

Thallasemia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:34:16 CDT

Thallasemia
Thalassemia is a genetic disease that often results in mild to severe anemia. This eMedTV article explores why thalassemia occurs and explains what tests are used to diagnose this blood disorder. Thallasemia is a common misspelling of thalassemia.

Thallesemia

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:39:50 CDT

Thallesemia
Thalassemia, an inherited condition, involves problems with the production of hemoglobin. This eMedTV page explains who is more likely to develop thalassemia and lists various treatment options. Thallesemia is a common misspelling of thalassemia.

Treatments for Thalassemia

Mon, 4 Dec 2006 17:10:34 CST

Treatments for Thalassemia
This eMedTV page describes possible treatments for thalassemia, including surgery and stem cell transplants. Iron chelation therapy, which is another type of treatment, removes excess iron that builds up in the body with regular blood transfusions.

Cause of Varicose Veins

Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:36:12 CDT

Cause of Varicose Veins
The cause of varicose veins is weak one-way valves within the veins. As this eMedTV article explains, weak valves allow blood to flow back into the veins, enlarging them. This article also discusses various risk factors for varicose veins.

Diagnosing Varicose Veins

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:46:22 CDT

Diagnosing Varicose Veins
As this eMedTV page explains, your healthcare provider will consider your medical history and results of your physical exam when diagnosing varicose veins. This article also discusses how the use of ultrasound can assist in the diagnostic process.

Prevention of Varicose Veins

Mon, 18 May 2009 19:54:37 CDT

Prevention of Varicose Veins
As this eMedTV segment explains, varicose vein prevention involves eliminating or minimizing risk factors you can control. This article offers suggestions for reducing your risk, such as losing weight, exercising, and not sitting with your legs crossed.

Varicose Vein Surgery

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:59:36 CST

Varicose Vein Surgery
As this eMedTV segment explains, there are several different types of surgery for varicose veins. These include surgical ligation and stripping, ambulatory phlebectomy, and endoscopic vein surgery. This article discusses these procedures in detail.

Varicose Vein Treatment

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:41:21 CST

Varicose Vein Treatment
Sclerotherapy is the most common form of varicose vein treatment. This portion of the eMedTV archives provides detailed information about other treatment options, including vein ablation and surgery.

Varicose Veins Symptoms

Sat, 6 Sep 2008 16:30:54 CDT

Varicose Veins Symptoms
Common symptoms of varicose veins include swelling, numbness, and tingling in the legs. This section of the eMedTV archives lists possible signs and symptoms that may occur with varicose veins and explains what happens if symptoms go untreated.

Varicose Veins

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 13:22:20 CDT

Varicose Veins
In addition to some affecting pregnant women, varicose veins affect half of all people age 50 and older. This eMedTV article explains varicose veins in detail, including causes, prevention methods, treatment, and risk factors.