While hemorrhoids, colorectal cancer, and anal cancer can all cause rectal bleeding, there are differences. Hemorrhoid ...

Uncontrolled bleeding represents one of the most alarming medical situations people encounter. While minor cuts and scrapes typically stop bleeding within minutes, persistent bleeding despite proper ...

Teleflex Incorporated announced the FDA 510(k) clearance for an expansion of the QuikClot Control+™ Hemostatic Device's indications, now including all grades of internal and external bleeding.

For cardiac-related emergencies, There over 60 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) placed throughout the main campus. The 2 models of AEDs that are currently placed across campus for public use: ...

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Blood may appear black after exposure to oxygen in your uterus — this is completely normal. Implantation, an object left in your vagina, miscarriage, or an STI can also cause black blood. If you ...

In patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with placement of stents, standard anticoagulation with a vitamin K antagonist plus dual antiplatelet therapy ...

Severe thrombocytopenia can be very dangerous, even fatal, without treatment. Treatment depends on the underlying cause but can include medications, transfusions, and surgery. Severe thrombocytopenia ...

Acquired hemophilia refers to a condition someone develops later in life that affects their blood clotting ability. This can lead to spontaneous bleeding, particularly after an injury or during ...

Immune thrombocytopenia, also known as autoimmune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), is a blood platelet disorder. For most adults with ITP, the condition is chronic (lifelong). The specific symptoms of ...

Bleeding occurs when trauma damages a blood vessel. When that trauma involves your head—whether the scalp, skull, or brain—it’s considered a head injury. These head injuries range in severity from a ...