by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Vasospastic disorders are medical conditions characterized by the narrowing or constriction of blood vessels due to the tightening of the muscular walls of the vessels. These disorders can affect blood flow to various parts of the body and can cause a range of...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Vasovagal syncope, also known as neurocardiogenic syncope or simply “fainting,” is a common disorder characterized by a sudden loss of consciousness and muscle tone, typically followed by a rapid recovery. This condition occurs when the body reacts to...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Venous insufficiency, also known as chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), is a condition in which the veins have trouble returning blood from the legs back to the heart. It’s often due to damaged or weakened vein valves, which can cause blood to pool in the veins,...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Venous stasis, also known as venous stasis disease or stasis dermatitis, is a condition where the blood flow in the veins, particularly in the legs, slows down. This occurs when the vein valves become damaged or weak, leading to blood pooling in the veins, causing...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 21, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Venous thrombosis is a medical condition in which blood clots (thrombi) form within a vein. This condition can occur in any vein but is most commonly found in the deep veins of the legs, a condition known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). When a blood clot dislodges and...
