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When Clotting Factors Mess UpClotting factors are extremely important in protecting our body. They have to be strong enough to stop bleeding, but not so strong that they form a clot inside a vein or artery. When they mess up, bad things can happen.- Understanding the Phenomenon of Blood ClottingBlood clotting is a complex process involving the blood vessels, thrombocytes, and several of the plasma proteins. But what exactly causes blood to clot, or how does blood clotting occur?
- A Brief Overview of Hemophilia,the Blood Clotting DisorderA brief overview of hemophilia and it's genetic components.
- Blood Clotting Risk Lowered by Olive OilResearchers continue to prove the health benefits of polyunsaturated fatty acids or PUFAs. In a crossover study it was observed that PUFAs derived from olive oil can lower chances for blood clotting activity.
- Symptoms of Vitamin K DeficiencyThis article gives an overview of the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Vitamin K Deficiency.
- Treating the Complications of HemophiliaThis is how treating hemophilia can be deadly.
- What is Factor V Leiden?Factor V Leiden is a clotting disorder (thrombophilia). This article gives you the basics on who has it, what it means if you're diagnosed, and more.
- Complications of Excessive Blood ClottingExcessive blood clotting simply means that blood clots form too easily when they shouldn't or don't dissolve when they should. Having excessive blood clotting can cause a variety of complications and can be life-threatening if not treated immediately.
- How to Diagnose Hypercoagulation (Blood Clotting)Diagnosing hypercoagulation which is clotting of the blood, is done by using several special blood tests. My article explains it.
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- Reducing the Risk of HypercoagulationReducing the threat of hypercoagulation, or excessive blood clotting, can begin with as simple an idea as just getting some exercise.
- Why a Lack in Vitamin K Can Lead to Blood Clotting DefectsIn any condition in which there is a lack in quantity of any of the clotting elements of the plasma, the coagulation mechanism is impaired. This is also true when there is deficiency in Vitamin K, and this article briefly discusses the reasons for this.
- Causes of Blood Clotting DisordersEvery disease and illness has their corresponding causes. A simple tip in order not to get a disease is knowing its causes so you can avoid this condition.
- Could the Thickness of Menstruation Blood and Frequent Clotting Be an Indicator of Something Serious?The thickness of menstruation blood and frequent clotting could be a signal of something occurring, as serious as Pulmonary Edema.
- Prevent Blood Clotting by Taking Some of the Effective Herbal Remedy, Butcher's BroomThe name may throw you off, but this is an essentual for treating the clotting of blood.
What Are Your Odds of Developing a Deadly Blood Clot?Changing your lifestyle and other factors to prevent a deadly blood clot. Taking a look at a wider variety of methods besides the commonly published artciles that only focus on B vitamins and folic acid.- What is a Factor II Deficiency?When there is a lack of prothrombin, a needed substance to get the blood to clot, it is called a Factor II deficiency and is labeled a coagulation, or blood clotting, problem.
- Coagulation PanelA coagulation panel may sound a bit intimidating when you hear about it from your doctor. But it is a simple blood test that can help you doctor determine why you are ill.
Pradaxa®: Is the Convenience Worth It?I am surprised it was it was approved by the FDA. While the marketing & prescribing information do not say much, the grey information is starting to come out and was discussed at the recent American Society of Hematologists (ASH) meeting.
The Forgotten CityA Sestina poem about a city that lost its color, love, hope and eventually itself. It contains the struggle to keep the city standing while its worn away and the toll it takes.- Causes of HypercoagulationHypercoagulation is a condition where the blood is clotting too much. My article gives an overview.
- A Vet's View: Bromethalin ToxicityRodenticides (rat bait or mouse poison) are poisonous to pets as well as vermin. The older rat baits on the market caused bleeding disorders, while some newer products cause brain swelling.
- How to Naturally Prepare Your Body for Surgery and Improve RecoveryNatural Health, Nutrition, Herbal and Homeopathic Tips to help prepare for surgey and speed up your recovery time.
- What Causes Easy Bruising?Are you easy to bruise? Find out what causes easy bruising and whether it's cause for concern.
- Benefits of YaconYacon is a vegetable that resembles a potato. There are a lot of benefits to eating this root vegetable.
- HypercoagulationHypercoagulation means the clotting of blood. My article states the causes, diagnosing and treating this condition.
- Causes of Easy BruisingEasy bruising can have any number of reasons for it as my article explains.
- Types of Von Willebrand DiseaseThere are three distinctive types of Von Willbrand disease. My article talks about these and gives information in general on this disease.
- HyperhomocysteinemiaHere's my personal account on having mild hyperhomocysteinemia and how it affected my cardio-vascular system.
