Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can lead to several serious medical problems, including pulmonary embolism (which may be fatal)
Symptons of DVT
Sudden or gradual swelling in one leg or arm.
Pain or tenderness in the affected leg, calf or thigh & feeling of craping or soreness.
The skin may appear red or bluish depending on skin tone.
Even there could be abnormal leg pain due to walking for a long time though part of routine.
If blood clots break & travels to the lung, symptons includeshort of breath, chest pain etc.
Blockage in artery
This leads to restrict in blood flow, chest pain, shortage of breath & some times may cause
heart attack or stroke depending on which artery is affected.
Causes of blockage
A mixture of fats, cholesterol & other substances build up a plaque on the artery walls.
If a plaque ruptures, blood clot can form & block an artery.
Treatment
Medication can help to manage risk of high cholesterol & blood pressure thereby reducing risk of futher blockages.
Angioplasty & stenting can help to open blocked arteries by using a balloon to widen the vessel & stent to keep it open.
In some cases bypass surgery may be required to reroute the blood flow near blocked artery.
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