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health2 years ago

"Warning Signs of High Cholesterol: Hair Loss and Severe Pain Revealed"

High cholesterol, often referred to as a "silent killer," can go unnoticed until it develops into serious heart disease. One symptom of high cholesterol is severe pain in the feet, caused by a condition called Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) where the fatty substance blocks blood supply to the extremities. CLI can lead to ulcers, sores, and intense pain. To prevent high cholesterol, it is important to get tested and make dietary changes such as reducing saturated fats and incorporating unsaturated fats.

via The Mirror|
#cardiovascular-disease#cholesterol-awareness-month#critical-limb-ischemia
health2 years ago

Tick Bite Leads to Amputation of Ohio Man's Toes

An Ohio man had all the toes on his foot amputated after a tick bite triggered a severe infection. The infection spread throughout his foot, leading to critical limb ischemia, a condition that increases the risk of amputation. The patient underwent multiple surgeries to remove infected toes and reconstruct veins in his leg. The incident serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of ignoring tick bites, as tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease and Alpha-gal syndrome, are spreading across the US. Powassan, an incurable and potentially deadly virus, is another concerning tick-borne affliction.

via New York Post |
#alpha-gal-syndrome#amputation#critical-limb-ischemia
health2 years ago

Tick Bite Leads to Amputation of Ohio Man's Right Foot Toes

A man from Ohio had to have five toes on his right foot amputated after suffering a tick bite that triggered a deadly blood infection. The bite caused an infection that damaged his blood vessels, leading to critical limb ischemia and restricted blood flow to his toes. Doctors were able to save his leg by reconstructing some of his veins, but warned that patients with risk factors such as diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, or heart disease should take any tick bites seriously. Tick bites are becoming more common due to warmer temperatures, and treatment should be sought if concerned, especially if a red bulls-eye shape appears around the bite.

via Daily Mail|
#amputation#blood-infection#critical-limb-ischemia