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What is jugular venous distension?
Jugular venous distension is the visible bulging of the jugular veins in the neck. It can indicate increased pressure in the right side of the heart or in the superior vena cava. It is commonly seen in conditions like heart failure, cardiac tamponade, or constrictive pericarditis.
What is edema a sign of in varicose veins?
Edema of the surrounding tissue, ankles, and calves, is not usually a complication of primary (superficial) varicose veins and, when seen, usually indicates that the deep veins may have varicosities or clots.
Can you describe 'veins in neck bulging'?
Bulging veins in the neck may be a sign of increased pressure within the veins, such as during physical exertion or due to blocked blood flow. It can also be a symptom of an underlying medical condition like thyroid disorders or heart problems. If you notice persistent bulging veins in your neck, it's important to consult a healthcare provider for a proper evaluation.
Do varicose veins occur in deep veins too or just in the superficial veins?
Deep veins will distend also, but not as much due to the increased pressure on them. superficial veins are under much less pressure being closer to the surface and away from muscles, so the distension is much more obvious.
What are the two main veins in the neck returning blood from the brain to the heart?
The jugular veins are the two main veins in the neck returning blood from the brain to the heart. Their arterial counterparts are the carotid arteries.
Does weight affect Edema?
Yes, excess weight can put pressure on the veins and lymphatic system, leading to fluid retention and edema in the lower extremities. Losing weight through a healthy diet and regular exercise can help improve edema symptoms in some cases.
What happens in pulmonary edema?
Normally very little to no fluid enters the alveoli of the lungs. In pulmonary edema there is increased pressure in the pulmonary veins. So fluid escapes in the alveoli of the lungs, making transfer of the oxygen impossible from such alveoli. Patient feels suffocated and starve for oxygen, in pulmonary edema.
X ray findings of pulmonary edema?
cardiomegaly obliteration of cardiophrenic angle-- roth's signdilated veins
How many veins are there?
2. the carotid artery and the jugular veins; they are located on opposite sides of the neck.
What veins in neck have pulse?
None. The carotid arteries do.
Where is the jugular vein located on the wrist?
The jugular vein is not located on the wrist; it is primarily found in the neck. There are two main jugular veins on each side of the neck: the internal and external jugular veins, which drain blood from the head and neck back to the heart. If you're looking for major veins in the wrist, you would be referring to the radial and ulnar veins.
What are the risks of radical neck dissection?
The greatest risk in a radical neck dissection is damage to the nerves, muscles, and veins in the neck.
