Officers searching for a missing mum-of-three near Tameside have found a body. Derbyshire Police confirmed the discovery of a body believed to be that of 73-year-old Yvonne Backhouse this afternoon (January 15).
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It's a major cause of death in the UK. But did you know a number of signs of heart disease can show themselves on our legs, ears and nails?
A health expert has explained how changes in the skin can be indicative of your overall health. This be be from the development of conditions like eczema to more serious illnesses.
Dermatologist Dr Dustin Portela has shared what experts in his field look for on the skin that could indicate heart disease. According to the NHS, coronary heart disease (CHD) is a major cause of death in the UK and across the world.
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Heart disease's main symptoms are internal, such as chest pain, shortness of breath, and pain throughout the body. On his TikTok @drdustinportela, Dr Portela explains that dermatologists are trained to look for signs that emerge on our skin.
Dr Portela said: "Do you know that dermatologists are trained to look for clues on the skin to tell you if you have heart disease. Dermatologists are trained to look for the signs of internal disease that come out on your skin."
He first points out a clue that appears in the legs, saying: "Here's a few that might signal a risk for heart disease. First up is swelling of the legs, particularly bilateral edema. This is an example of unilateral edema. But when you have swelling of the legs, it could be a sign of heart failure."
Edema refers to swelling caused by too much fluid trapped in the body's tissues, most often in the feet, ankles and legs. It can be caused by medicine, pregnancy or diseases such as congestive heart failure, kidney disease, venous
Officers searching for a missing mum-of-three near Tameside have found a body. Derbyshire Police confirmed the discovery of a body believed to be that of 73-year-old Yvonne Backhouse this afternoon (January 15).
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