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Vein/Venous Diseases Definition

by Melissa | Aug 22, 2025

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Thrombosis is a blood clot forming in a vein, which can block blood flow.

Atheroma is a fatty buildup inside blood vessel walls that narrows the vessels.

Compression is when there is pressure on a vein that slows or blocks blood flow.

Reduced Blood Flow is when blood moves more slowly or less efficiently through vessels.

Embolism is a blockage in a blood vessel caused by a clot or other substance traveling in the blood.

Vasospasm is a sudden tightening of a blood vessel that reduces blood flow.

Vasculitis is an Inflammation of blood vessels that can damage tissues and organs.

Blood Viscosity is how thick or sticky the blood is, affecting how easily it flows.

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