Hypotension, commonly referred to as low blood pressure, may sound desirable when you consider the risks associated with high blood pressure, such as heart disease and stroke. However, low blood pressure can cause a number of undesirable symptoms and can even be life-threatening if it's consistently severely low, as your organs won't receive an adequate supply of blood to function effectively. Here's an overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment approach for hypotension:
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Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in Australia, and according to the Cancer Council of Australia, around two in three Australians will be diagnosed by skin cancer by age 70. There are a few different types of skin cancer, but melanoma is the most dangerous by far and is generally caused by overexposure to the sun. Shape suggests that while it is a good idea to get your skin checked by a doctor every year, you should also consider doing a full check of your own skin every three months.
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If you have a mild case of varicose veins, you might not require medical treatment. In simple terms, if the affected veins are not causing significant pain and discomfort, you can manage the condition with home remedies and prevent the escalation through lifestyle changes. However, if your veins are painful, swollen, lumpy, bulging or twisted, you will need to consult a vascular surgeon for treatment. The goals of the medical therapies are easing the symptoms, treating complications and improving the appearance.
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What is osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a major health threat all over the world. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, about 1 in 10 Australians aged above 50 have osteoporosis or osteopenia. This comes to about 720,000 people, going by Australian population figures in 2014/2015.
Osteoporosis is a disorder characterised by increasingly porous and brittle bones, which increases the risk of fracture. Bones become so weak and fragile even a minor bump or accident can lead to a trauma fracture.
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Few people are born with the promise of perfect dentition. As time goes by, some of their teeth may erupt in a slightly imperfect way and cause them to be out of line with their neighbours. Some people's teeth may grow incorrectly because of the absence of an adjoining tooth, which might have been removed due to decay. When you consider how challenging it may be to achieve that perfect smile, it's not surprising that people are increasingly keen to schedule a visit with an orthodontist.
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