In the Netherlands, many people suffer from cardiovascular diseases - conditions that affect the heart or blood vessels. Examples of cardiovascular diseases are myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction and cerebral haemorrhage. Cardiovascular disease can be caused by various risk factors. For example, increased cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure or obesity or a combination of these. And lifestyle also has an influence.
This page tells you what the signs might be, what the causes are and what treatment might look like.
Sometimes there are clear signs of cardiovascular disease, such as persistent chest pain. But there are also vaguer symptoms that may indicate cardiovascular disease, such as fatigue, excessive sweating or nausea. In women, symptoms are often less obvious. Sometimes there are also no symptoms at all, in the case of a stroke, for example. Vague symptoms are not always recognised. If you are in doubt or worried, see your GP.
There are several factors that can cause cardiovascular disease. Below is an overview of possible causes:
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You can call GP practice Melkweg on these days (only) for urgent matters: 020 647 5204. On other days, you can call our assistants as always. Appointments made with our practice assistants will continue as usual.
Doctor Mandjes will be on holiday from 11 August to 29 August, when you will temporarily not be able to use the patient portal. The practice is otherwise open as usual, except for the above days.
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