the circulatory system problems and caring for your circulatory system
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The Circulatory SystemProblems and Caring for your Circulatory System
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What’s in our blood?
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What’s in our blood?•Plasma: the liquid part of our blood.•Red blood cells: carry oxygen.•White blood cells: attack and destroy
pathogens that enter the body and stop them from causing infection.
•Platelets: small parts of the blood that help blood to clot.
http://health.howstuffworks.com/adam-200077.htm
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Problems of the Circulatory System•Atherosclerosis:
▫Buildup of fatty deposits on the inner lining of arteries. These deposits narrow and harden the arteries, reducing blood flow.
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Problems Continued• Hypertension:
▫ Otherwise known as high blood pressure
▫ Makes the heart work too hard and damages arteries
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Problems Continued
•Heart Attack▫An event in which blood flow to part of the
heart is blocked. The part of the heart deprived of adequate blood flow may be permanently damaged.
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Problems Continued• Stroke:
▫ An event in which an artery that carries blood in the brain bursts or is blocked, depriving part of the brain of oxygen and causing damage that may be permanent.
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Problems Continued
•Stress▫Can play a part in problems such as
headaches, high blood pressure, heart problems, diabetes, skin conditions, asthma, or arthritis
▫Can also play a part in depression and anxiety.
▫Did you know – 43% of adults suffer adverse health effects from stress?
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Caring for your Circulatory System1. Reduce the amount of fat in your diet.2. Exercise regularly.3. Avoid tobacco products, including
smokeless tobacco.4. Maintain a healthful weight.5. Practice stress management.6. Spend time with family members and
close friends.▫ Contact with people and pets can reduce
stress and blood pressure!