Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that occurs in a vein. Complications can be serious. Find out about the symptoms and how to prevent a DVT.

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Reducing your risk of developing a blood clot

Blood clots occur to prevent you from losing too much blood. They can form inside a vein and move to your lungs, causing pain or serious complications.

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Blood clots

Blood clots can cause different problems depending on where they are in your body. Learn how to recognise the signs and symptoms of a blood clot.

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Calf pain

Calf pain is often caused by muscle strain or cramps due to exercise, dehydration or mineral deficiency. But it can signal something more serious.

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Pulmonary embolism

A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a blood clot in your lungs. It can cause heart and breathing problems. Read about the symptoms and treatments for PE.

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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a blood disorder that increases the risk of blood clots and pregnancy complications. Learn more here.

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Baker's cysts

Baker's cysts are caused by a build-up of fluid behind your knee. Learn more about how to manage the symptoms as well as possible complications.

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D-dimer test

The D-dimer test is a blood test that checks for, or monitors, blood-clotting problems. Find out what a positive result might mean for you.

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Varicose veins surgery

Varicose veins are a common problem and can lead to complications if left untreated. Support stockings can help to control symptoms but will not remove the varicose veins.

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Closure of loop colostomy

Surgery to join the two ends of your large bowel back together should allow you to open your bowels in the normal way. You will no longer need a stoma bag.

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Closure of loop ileostomy

Surgery to join the two ends of your bowel back together should allow you to open your bowels in the normal way. You will no longer need a stoma bag.

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Arthroscopy

An arthroscopy is a procedure used to look inside a joint to diagnose and treat some joint problems. Find out about when arthroscopy may be used.

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Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Radical prostatectomy gives the best chance of you being free of localised prostate cancer. The operation involves removing your prostate gland. It usually involves removing some or most of the lymph nodes in your pelvic region, which helps your surgeon to decide on any further treatment.

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Coma

In a coma, a person is alive but totally unresponsive to the world around them. Someone in a coma will need intensive care in hospital. Find out more here.

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Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is a disease that affects your joints. It usually occurs in people with psoriasis. Learn more about psoriatic arthritis here.

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Living with a stoma

Many Australians live with a stoma (ostomy) after removal of part of their bowel or bladder. With support, most maintain a good quality of life.

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International normalised ratio (INR) test

The international normalised ratio (INR) is a blood test that checks how long your blood takes to clot. Learn how it works and what your results mean.

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Contraceptive vaginal ring

Read about the vaginal ring - a type of contraception (birth control) that works in the same way as the pill and can help control your periods.

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Blood thinners

Blood thinners are medicines used to help prevent heart attacks and strokes by preventing blood clots from forming. Read more about how they work and who should take them.

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Pulmonary fibrosis

Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease where your lungs become damaged. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments for pulmonary fibrosis.

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Fluid retention

Fluid retention (oedema) is when you have a build-up of fluid in your body. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments for fluid retention.

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Achilles tendon injuries

The Achilles tendon is the strong cord attaching your calf to your heel. Learn about common Achilles injuries and what you can do to help prevent them.

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The role of a haematologist

A haematologist is a specialist doctor who treats people with conditions that affect the blood, such as leukaemia, blood clots or haemophilia.

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The pill (combined oral contraceptive pill)

The combined oral contraceptive pill, usually called 'the pill', is a type of contraception (birth control) that can also help control your periods.

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Hip replacement

Hip replacement may be recommended if you have severe hip pain and other treatments haven't worked. Read about benefits and risks of this surgery.

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Endovenous ablation

Varicose veins are a common problem and can lead to complications if left untreated. Support stockings can help to control symptoms but will not remove the varicose veins.

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Hemicolectomy

A hemicolectomy is an operation where a section of your large intestine is removed. It is usually done to treat a condition such as bowel cancer.

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Wide local excision

A wide local excision involves removing the cancer with a rim of breast tissue around the cancer. It usually involves removing some of the lymph nodes in your armpit.

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Imaging-assisted wide local excision

A wide local excision involves removing the cancer with a rim of breast tissue around the cancer. It usually involves removing some of the lymph nodes in your armpit.

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Excision biopsy of a breast lump

An excision biopsy involves removing a lump from your breast. It can help prevent an unsightly appearance and find out what is causing the lump. If the lump is causing you pain, you may get relief from the pain.

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