Skip to: What is Takayasu's arteritis? What causes Takayasu's arteritis and who is at risk? Management and diagnosis of Takayasu's arteritis using non-invasive imaging Summary What is Takayasu's arteritis? Vasculitis is an inflammation of blood vessels. Takayasu's arteritis is one form of vasculitis, in which chronic inflammation affects the walls of the aorta and other […]
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Heart attack symptoms: Experiencing this symptom for more than 15 minutes is a major sign
A heart attack happens when the flow of blood to the heart is blocked, typically by a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances. These substances form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart, starving it of oxygen. While avoiding a heart attack altogether is the best-case strategy, responding swiftly to the signs […]