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A nosebleed can be a sudden and sometimes frightening event. For most people, it is a harmless problem that stops on its own. But in some cases, nosebleeds can be heavy, frequent, or linked to an underlying condition. Doctors call this epistaxis. Understanding why it happens, how to manage it, and when to seek help […]
Coughing up blood, even a small amount, can be very alarming. Doctors call this haemoptysis. The blood may appear as streaks in phlegm, or sometimes more heavily. While not every case is serious, blood in cough should never be ignored. It can be caused by simple infections, but also by more serious lung conditions. What […]
Finding blood in your urine can be a frightening experience. Sometimes the urine looks pink, red, or tea-colored. Other times, the blood is so small in amount that it is only picked up during a urine test. Whatever the case, blood in urine (doctors call it hematuria) should never be ignored. While many causes are […]
Finding blood in your stool can be worrying. Sometimes it looks bright red on toilet paper or in the bowl. Other times, it may make the stool appear dark or tarry. Doctors call this rectal bleeding. While it can be due to something minor, like piles (haemorrhoids), it may also be a sign of a […]
This case was contributed by Dr Sam Rose and Dr Grace Mann S H O Medicine East Sussex NHS trust UK EMAIL: samuel.rose@nhs.net Clinical scenario : An 87-year-old lady was admitted following a fall at home. She sustained a right proximal humerus fracture and was admitted to hospital where she awaited discharge to a rehabilitation […]
The Global Burden of Heart Attacks Top Preventive Strategies to Reduce Your Risk of Heart Attack 1. Control High Blood PressureWhy it matters: High blood pressure damages arteries and increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.How to prevent: 2. Lower Your Cholesterol LevelsWhy it matters: Excess LDL (“bad”) cholesterol can form plaque in arteries, […]
