Causes And Complications Of Vasculitis

Blood Clots And Aneurysms

When the blood vessel thickens, it gets more difficult for blood to pass, resulting in a blood clot. In very rare occurrences, the blood vessel may become so inflamed that it isn't able to let blood to a specific area of the body. If a part of the body can't get blood, it can't get oxygen, and without oxygen, the tissue starts to die, which can cause disastrous effects. In some cases, a part of the body might need to be amputated.

Aneurysms occur when the blood vessels become very weak. This is a big problem because we need our blood vessels to transport our blood. In some extreme cases, a person can even die if the blood vessels burst from weakness and create internal bleeding. Blood clots and aneurysms can be quite scary, but with the proper treatment, they can be managed before they become a serious problem.

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