Category: General

General

Platelets

Platelets are small cell fragments in our blood. They are tiny particles of the largest cells found in the bone marrow. They play a role in blood coagulation, in other words, in stopping bleeding.

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The blood

Blood is composed of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. White blood cells make up our immune defense system. Platelets contribute to blood clotting, thereby preventing excessive bleeding.

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Breathlessness

Breathlessness is a subjective symptom, meaning it can be felt by the individual experiencing it but cannot be objectively measured. Moreover, the perception of breathlessness varies from one patient to another.

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Thoracic pain

Not all thoracic pains are necessarily related to the heart.

The majority of chest pains often have no identifiable source. We need to be sure that the heart is not the cause.
If you are worried about chest pain, tell your doctor.

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The pulse

Heart rate can be calculated by measuring the pulse. The 2 most frequently used pressure points for taking the pulse are in the neck (carotid artery) and on the wrist (radial artery).

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