Where did the name El NiÃ±o come from? Why is El NiÃ±o frequently described as a disruption of the usual situation in the tropical Pacific? Should we take El NiÃ±o forecasts with a grain of salt? Why don't you see much in the news about the causes of El NiÃ±o? Does El NiÃ±o originate solely in the tropics, or do the midlatitudes play an important role?
Thick blood is caused by a variety of conditions, such as heavy proteins in the blood, too much blood in circulation or a blood clot system imbalance, according to Southeastern Medical Oncology Center. Diseases such as cancer and lupus can also lead to thick blood. Continue Reading.
Blood clot facts. 1  A blood clot is a mass formed by platelets and fibrin in the blood to stop bleeding. 2  There are a variety of risk factors and illness that can lead to blood clot formation. 3  Causes of blood clots may include: 4  certain heart conditions, 5  pregnancy, 6  prolonged immobility, 7  smoking, 8  certain medications,9  surgery, and. A blood clot is a mass formed by platelets and fibrin in the blood to stop bleeding. 2  There are a variety of risk factors and illness that can lead to blood clot formation. 3  Causes of blood clots may include: 4  certain heart conditions, 5  pregnancy, 6  prolonged immobility,