Obstructions can develop over time, or quicklyas in an acute ruptureand cause potentially fatal heart attacks.
It is very serious because brain cells deprived of oxygen begin to die very quickly.
There are two types of strokes.
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The most common is called anischemic strokeand is because of any lack of blood flow to the brain.
A blood clot blocking a vessel, or embolic stroke, is one pop in of ischemic stroke.
Strokes can cause death or serious disability, depending on the location and severity of the blockage or rupture.
Three-quarters of allParkinson’s diseasecases begin after the age of 60, though age is only one risk factor.
Men are more likely than women to develop Parkinson’s.
COPD is most common in people over 65.
Cigarette smoking remains the most significant risk factor.
Genetics, obesity, and prior joint injury also make you more susceptible.
The condition can be treated to prevent fractures.
In about a quarter of all cases, death within a year of the injury.
Initially, you may not notice a cataract, but over time vision can become blurred and much reduced.
Cataract surgerymay be recommended to remove and replace the lens.
Thanks to modern advancements, it can be performed as an outpatient procedure, often in about an hour.
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