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- Blood and blood vessels
Information about bleeding, blood pressure, conditions, risks and blood products.
- Polycythaemia vera
Polycythaemia vera is characterised by the production of too many red blood cells, caused by abnormal function of the bone marrow.
- Blood pressure (low) - hypotension
Low blood pressure is only a problem if it has a negative impact on the body.
- Thalassaemia
Thalassaemia is an inherited blood disorder that can cause anaemia or death if not treated.
- Genetic factors and cholesterol
Familial hypercholesterolaemia is an inherited condition characterised by higher than normal levels of blood cholesterol.
- Deep vein thrombosis
Long international flights are suspected of contributing to deep vein thrombosis in susceptible people.
- Blood pressure (high) - hypertension
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can increase your risk of heart attack, kidney failure and stroke.
- Bleeding
Bleeding may be minor or it may be a life-threatening medical emergency.
- Lymphatic system
The lymphatic manages fluid levels in the body, filters out bacteria and houses types of white blood cells.
- Shock
Shock is when there is not enough blood circulating in the body. It is a life-threatening medical emergency.