Abstract: . . .  who has an arterial thrombosis can reduce the risk of venous thrombosis by making lifestyle changes like: ? Leading a physically active life ? Eating a healthy, balanced diet ? Avoiding becoming overweight or obese ? Avoiding long periods of immobility during illness or when travelling ? Stopping cigarette smoking. Those with arterial thrombosis should also seek medical advice before major surgery, or when they are likely to be immobile for a long period, as this increases the risk of venous thrombosis . Women should also seek medical advice before taking oral contraception or hormone replacement therapy, and when pregnant or planning to become pregnant. More advice on healthy living can be found at www.dh.gov.uk  . . .
. . .  alcohol each week) have an increased risk of high blood pressure. This increases the risk of having a stroke. However, research suggests that drinking 1 to 4 units of alcohol daily for men, or 1 to 2 units daily for women, on five or six days a week, appears to offer some protection. These benefits appear to be related to alcohol in general, although the specific benefits of drinks such as red wine are currently being debated. Medication Medication may be given following a heart attack or stroke. This includes: ? Antihypertensives ? Cholesterol-lowering agents ? Antithrombotic drugs. All of these forms of medication have been shown to significantly increase an individuals chances of survival and to lessen the risk of having another heart attack or stroke. There is also some evidence that folic acid may be beneficial. Treatment of arterial thrombosis Atheromatous heart disease A number of treatments are available for atheromatous heart disease. These include thrombolytic , or clot busting drugs, cardiac stenting ; and coronary artery bypass grafting . If someone has . . .
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