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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) – Understanding it

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Understanding Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when blood clots form in the deep veins, usually in the legs. These clots can be extremely dangerous if they dislodge and travel through the bloodstream, potentially blocking blood vessels in the lungs, a condition known as pulmonary embolism. DVT affects […]

Chronic Kidney Disease: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

What is Chronic Kidney Disease? Chronic kidney disease (CKD), also known as chronic renal disease, occurs when the kidneys lose their ability to filter waste efficiently from the blood. As blood flows through the kidneys, these vital organs remove waste and excess fluids, excreting them as urine. In Australia, approximately 1.7 million adults have been […]