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Thrombosis
About Thrombosis
Thrombosis is the formation of a clot or thrombus inside a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system. There are two distinct forms of thrombosis: Venous thrombosis and Arterial thrombosis. If a bacterial infection is present at the site of thrombosis, the thrombus may break down, spreading particles of infected material throughout the circulatory system (pyemia, septic embolus) and setting up abscesses wherever they come to rest. Without an infection, the thrombus may become detached and enter circulation as an embolus, finally lodging in and completely obstructing a blood vessel.
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What Causes Thrombosis?
Veins are thin-walled blood vessels that carry blood from the body tissues back to the heart. In order to move the blood from the legs toward the heart, the leg muscles squeeze the deep veins, forcing the blood upward. Deep vein thrombosis is the result of three principal factors: Reduced or stagnant blood flow in deep veins or an injury to the blood vessel wall. An increase in the activity of those substances in the blood that are part of the normal clotting mechanism, a condition called hypercoagulability (which means a more active clotting state).
What Can I Do About Thrombosis?
The most commonly known thrombosis is deep vein thrombosis and must be treated promptly. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, the individual is kept in bed with the foot of the bed elevated.
Bed rest. Individuals with DVT usually require bed rest until symptoms are relieved. The leg should be elevated to a position above the heart to reduce swelling (the foot of the bed is elevated about six inches to achieve this). Moist heat may be applied to the affected region to relieve pain.
Compression stockings. Physicians frequently recommend that people who have DVT wear compression stockings (also called support hose) to reduce symptoms. Compression stockings improve circulation by providing a graduated pressure on the leg to help return the venous blood to the heart.
Blood-thinning drugs. Treatment with anticoagulants (commonly known as blood thinners) is required in most cases of DVT. The anticoagulant drugs heparin and warfarin are used primarily to prevent the formation of new clots, and, thus, reduce the chance of pulmonary embolism.
To be most effective, nutritional supplements work better in combination. It may be more beneficial to take a variety of Herbs or Nutrients for more rapid and complete healing...
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The following Combinations are those recommended for the treatment of Thrombosis.
Supplements:
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Vitamins :-
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C, E
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Minerals :-
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Multi Vitamins / Minerals (with high potency B Complex)
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Amino Acids :-
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Food Supplements :-
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EPA (Marine Lipids), Lecithin, Bromelain,(high potency Phosphatidyl choline), Rutin + Bioflavonoids
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Herbs :-
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Evening Primrose Oil (GLA), Garlic
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Notes :-
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Caution: Always seek professional help for any serious disease. The products listed may be helpful in addition to Medical Treatment, however they are not intended to replace it. When in doubt seek Medical Advice.
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Lactobacillus acidophilus may assist in the relief of bloating, constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, cramping and irregular stools. It may improve allergies and atopic dermatitis. It may also be beneficial when you've taken antibiotics. As a bonus Lactobacillus acidophilus may help support your Urinary system.
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