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Coronavirus may cause an increased risk of blood clots and blockages in the brain and could lead to a stroke, according to a new study by University College London. The small study focused on six patients with confirmed COVID-19 who had suffered a stroke caused by the sudden loss of blood circulation to the brain. … Read more
Coronavirus may cause an increased risk of blood clots and blockages in the brain and could lead to a stroke, according to a new study by University College London. The small study focused on six patients with confirmed COVID-19 who had suffered a stroke caused by the sudden loss of blood circulation to the brain. … Read more
The coronavirus may cause deadly blood clots, further scientific research has today revealed. Irish doctors discovered the infection can cause ‘hundreds of small’ blockages in the lungs. These clots may then damage lung function, which the scientists say is ‘undoubtedly’ causing deaths. If respiratory failure occurs, it can cause low oxygen levels, putting strain on … Read more
Adults with gum disease, which can be prevented by brushing your teeth, are at higher risk of stroke, research has warned. Researchers found healthy people with gum disease were twice as likely to have blocked arteries in the brain. When the brain’s arteries become clogged with a sticky substance, it limits blood flow and may … Read more