7 Things That Raise Risks of Blood Clots and DVT
If you develop deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot in the vein deep in the body, it can be serious. Clots that break away and travel from the lower leg or thigh, where they most often form, can b
How to Prevent DVT From Coming Back
If you’ve experienced deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, you’ll want to be aware of potential complications, including the risk of a future clot.The odds of having ano
Post-Thrombotic Syndrome: When Deep Vein Thrombosis Causes Long-Term Damage
Pulmonary embolism, a blood clot in your lungs, isn't the only serious complication that can result from a blood clot deep in your veins. Although many people with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) recover c
What Every Woman Needs to Know About Blood Clots
As an attending physician in Ottawa, I often treat women who are recently diagnosed with a blood clot. My female patients are of all ages — from young women to the elderly — but they often have one th
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Diagnosed With a Blood Clot — What Should I Do Now?
A blood clot, also known as thrombosis, occurs when blood forms a solid mass within a blood vessel.Learn about your diagnosis, and consider the next steps on your journey, such as necessary lifestyle
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