For the avoidance of doubt let me state that deep vein thrombosis is different from varicose veins. Varicose veins are superficial, visible, bulging veins, while Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a ...

Varicose veins are often considered purely aesthetic issues. However, this condition can have much greater implications to ...

Trump's laboured descent down the steps of Air Force One has brought back comments on his health, with social media users drawn to his 'cankles' during his latest appearance ...

The main goal of DVT treatment is to stop a blood clot from breaking loose and traveling to the lungs, a condition called pulmonary embolism (PE). This can block blood flow to the lungs and cause ...

The word “athlete” may bring to mind a healthy, strong person. But that doesn’t mean these competitors aren’t at risk. Whether your chosen sport is high-contact or low-contact, injuries can occur.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced the opening of examination slip printing for candidates registered for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. JAMB made the ...

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the commencement of printing of examination slips for candidates registered for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination ...

A blood clot behind your knee can cause swelling and pain. It can become serious if not treated. The popliteal vein runs up the back of the knee and carries blood from the lower leg to the heart.

Post-thrombotic syndrome is common after deep-vein thrombosis and can cause severe symptoms involving the limbs that impair patients’ activity and quality of life. Endovascular therapy can eliminate ...

For patients with shortness of breath, a new, simplified screening tool — relying only on basic clinical information — can estimate the probability of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, ...

A D-dimer test measures how much D-dimer protein is in the blood. This protein is present when blood clots break down. A typical range is 0 to 0.50 micrograms per milliliter (μg/mL) of blood. Higher ...