Deep Vein Thrombosis: A Hidden Killer
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A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) will usually form in one of your legs. It is possible the thrombosis will cause your leg to swell, but that is not a guaranteed symptom.
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What You Need to Know About DVT’s
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DVT stands for deep vein thrombosis, and it describes the presence of coagulated blood in one of the deep veins, or blood vessels which return blood to the heart. DVT’s can occur throughout the body, but are most known for their manifestations in the lower extremities, like the legs.
Read MoreWhat is Deep Vein Thrombosis?
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Blood clotting is necessary to help stop bleeding after an injury. However, sometimes blood clots form where they shouldn’t and can spell trouble for your health. When blood clots form abnormally, they can be dangerous and block a vein or artery. Blood clots in the veins and arteries increase the risk for heart attacks, strokes, pulmonary embolisms and miscarriages. Obviously this all depends on where the clot forms.
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