Urethral obstruction is a common problem in male cats. This is an emergency that needs prompt veterinary care. The inability to pass urine is fatal without treatment.

Feb 17, 2008 - Charla Dawson

Heart disease is mainly an inflammatory condition, which starts with tissue damage, causing the body to react and send "troops" to the affected area.

Oct 16, 2010 - Anne Dubois

The CDC ranked heart disease as the leading cause of death in the U.S. Preventative lifestyle measures can reduce the risk for heart disease.

Jul 23, 2010 - Maryann Gromisch

Ranking second in the common types of dementia, vascular dementia results from vascular disease or a stroke caused by high blood pressure or blood clot.

Oct 6, 2010 - Mary King

High blood pressure is putting stress on the blood vessels and every organ as the blood flows through. The doctor comes first but there are natural aids too

Sep 30, 2010 - Dave Corby

Merck's troubles with its signature drug, Vioxx, are only the tip of the iceberg. Mounting evidence reveals that all NSAIDs can aggravate heart disease.

Feb 16, 2009 - Stephen Allen Christensen

What were President George Washington's final hours like? What caused the former President's death? Could Washington have been saved by modern medicine?

Jan 29, 2011 - Pennie Packard

Severe sepsis or blood poisoning, occurs when bacteria enters the bloodstream. If it overwhelms the body, it can lead to shock and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome.

Mar 20, 2010 - Elizabeth Batt

A recent study on gene expression in humans with hypertension was reported by the media as being vital in finding a cure for hypertension.

Nov 2, 2011 - Ken Chan

Enlarged lymph nodes are the usual reason for finding swollen glands. Being a major part of the immune system they often swell when the body's defences are mobilised.

Sep 29, 2009 - John Richard Roberts

Atherosclerosis, or hardened arteries, is what stroke and heart disease have in common. Understanding what causes it is a big step in prevention.

Jul 23, 2007 - Sherry LaBonte

The cause of laminitis is not clearly understood, but the separation of the lamina may be caused by a toxin produced by bacteria in the gut.

Dec 6, 2010 - Veronica Mitchell

TBI occurs when a sudden trauma causes brain damage. TBI can affect who an individual is and have devastating outcomes including permanent disability and even death.

May 2, 2007 - Melinda Thompson

Nitric oxide is unusual. It's one of the few gases in biology that acts as a chemical messenger and as such is an important mediator in many physiological processes.

Dec 15, 2009 - John Richard Roberts

High dietary salt intake can increase blood pressure and the risk of heart disease. Low sodium diets can help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Nov 22, 2010 - Jacob Seykans

Many large breeds of dogs, particularly boxers, suffer from a serious and sometimes fatal heart condition: cardiomyopathy. A mutant gene has been pinpointed as the cause

Jul 27, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

Bitten by a brown recluse spider, a Paulding County woman woke up after 11 days in a coma to learn that her left breast had been removed due to gangrene.

May 23, 2010 - Linda Sue Meagher

A forensic entomologist studies insects found on or near the body and is responsible for identifying, collecting, and preserving the insect evidence found.

Mar 19, 2011 - Erika Lyn Smith

Hypertension, defined as blood pressure greater than 140/90, affects around 65 million Americans, but only 70 percent know they have it, and fewer treat it.

Apr 8, 2010 - Sharon Perkins