Diseases and Health Keywords Flashcards
1
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Angina
A
Chest pain caused by reduces blood flow to the heart.
2
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Atherosclerosis
A
Serious condition where arteries become clogged with fatty substances.
3
Q
HDL
A
High density lipoprotein. Good cholesterol, removes other forms of cholesterol.
4
Q
LDL
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Low density Lipoprotein. Bad cholesterol, collects in the walls of your blood vessels.
5
Q
Ischaemic
A
Condition when blood and oxygen is restricted in a part of the body. Decreases blood flow.
6
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Haemorrhagic
A
loss of blood from damaged blood vessels.
