Conditions

Anaemia

Anaemia occurs when the amount of haemoglobin in your blood is low or when your red blood cell count is low.

Bleeding / Infected Gums

If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth it could be the first sign of gum disease.

Carotid embolism

A carotid embolism is a blood clot that is formed in the carotid arteries.

Cervical Spondylitis

Cervical spondylitis is an autoimmune disease of the upper (cervical) spine.

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) happens when a blood clot forms in a deep vein. DVT in the lower leg or thigh is the most common although the arms and pelvis can also be at risk.

Diabetes

Diabetes is a condition characterized by raised blood levels of glucose or “blood sugar”.

Gout

Gout is a form of arthritis that causes swelling and pain in joints.

Ischaemia occurs when plaque (a fatty deposit) builds up on your artery walls causing a restriction in the flow of blood and oxygen to tissues. Limb ischaemia most commonly affects the legs and feet. It is a severe form of peripheral arterial disease but can also occur due to a blood clot (deep vein thrombosis).

Varicose veins

Varicose veins are enlarged, sometimes twisted unsightly veins that most often develop in the leg.

Vasculitis

Vasculitis is a condition that causes your blood vessels (veins) to become inflamed – often restricting blood flow to tissues and organs.

Types of conditions or disease