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Medical Conditions - Blocked Blood Vessel

Blocked blood vessels occur from the build-up of plaque (fatty deposits) on the blood vessels' inner hollow. Such blocked blood vessels increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death. Some factors that increase the risk of the blood vessels getting blocked are high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, obesity, stress, and a sedentary lifestyle.

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Is it safe to travel with blocked heart vessels?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and the need for guidance regarding your father's travel and treatment plan.

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Why does the pulse oximeter not read my dad's recording properly?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The oximeter works well when the flow rate in the periphery is good. In normal people, it records the pulse and their oxygen saturation will be good.

82 years old lady is having swelling of foot with bluish discoloration. Is it due to blockage of blood vessel?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Her foot appears to be in good condition now (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Can medical treatment cure blocked blood vessel?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Unfortunately, no medical treatment can restore the blood flow in the blocked vessels. Your mother's condition requires a percutaneous coronary stent.

My father had a heart attack. Is CABG still possible?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I reviewed your father's history.

How to manage blockages in the leg and heart arteries?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the reports you provided(attachment removed to protect patient identity).He has diabetes.

Why is one of my legs swollen to twice the size of other?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your health query and can understand you are worried about your leg swelling.

Is PCI or bypass better for a 52-year-old male's LAD block?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, I wish your father a speedy recovery. I examined your patient's history and all tests in detail.

What are the symptoms when you have blood clots in your body?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pain is the most important symptom of clogged vessels. As a physician, we see different cases of clogged vessels mostly due to atherosclerosis.

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