Question 1

high blood presurw?

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Hypertension: Hi!  if your question is what to do about high blood pressure, it is best to see your primary care physician for an exam and some blood tests.  There are many causes of elevated blood pressure, and the treatment depends on the cause.  But, it is not healthy to have persistently elevated bp, so it's time to go to your doctor.

Question 2

what is frank blood?

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Frank blood.: It is bright red blood on stool, usually result of hemorrhoids or anal fissure.

Question 3

why is my blood dark?

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Myoglobinuria: Very, dark  urine with the color of cola could be due to the presence of myoglobin, which is a breakdown product of muscle cell. It can be caused by trauma, alcohol, medications, and vigorous exercises. It could indicate that you have rhabdomyolysis, which could lead to kidney failure. Another cause would be blood (as in uti) or bilirubin in the urine (as in liver disease). Should be checked.

Question 4

what is blood made of?

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Cells&amp;plasma: Cells are red, white or platelets. Red carry oxygen, white fight infection&amp;platelets help blood clot. Plasma contains clotting factors and immune globulins. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 5

does k2 thicken blood?

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Not exactly: It usually increases heart rate and blood pressure and this can cause flow problems (like stroke / heart attack), not from actual "thickening" of the blood. Erol ; nida ( http://www.Drugabuse.Gov/publications/drugfacts/spice-synthetic-marijuana ) among other websites have more information on these substances.

Question 6

is rh d neg blood rare?

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No: It varies from population to population. In folks of european descent, around 1 person in 6 is rh negative (class d-neg). It's less common in some other populations.

Question 7

what is acid in the blood?

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General term: Acid has to do with the pH of the blood - a measurement which is done.  Our normal pH is 7.35-7.45 or thereabouts.  If your pH is less than this then you are "acidotic".   It relates your acid-base balance in your bloodstream.

Question 8

i want to donate my blood?

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Red Cross: The best place to find out where and how you can donate blood in your area would be to go to the website:  www.Redcross.Org/donation

thanks for your donation in advance!  way to participate in saving lives!

Question 9

what is r h negitive blood?

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Rh Factor: An individual either has, or does not have, the "rhesus factor" on the surface of their red blood cells.The rh (rhesus) blood group system (including the rh factor) is one of thirty current human blood group systems.

Question 10

how to control blood suger?

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Low carb diet: Hi! many things can affect your blood sugar.  Most importantly, control of body weight, regular exercise, and a diet low in sugar and carbs will have the greatest impact.  If you have a monitor to check your sugar at home, it will assist you in trending how your lifestyle affects your sugars.  Reduce intake of soda, alcohol, juice, rice, potato, bread, and desserts!

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