Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Causes, Symptoms, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

What are the symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?

DVT condition can sometimes be asymptomatic. However, the first symptom a patient may experience is usually a cramp-like sensation in the affected area. Other symptoms may include:

• Swelling, pain, redness of the affected muscle
• Warmth to the touch
• Worsening of the pain when moving that muscle
• Discoloration and prominence of the vein due to blood clot
• Tenderness of the affected area 
• Fever is sometimes associated with this condition

What are the risk factors of Deep vein thrombosis

Certain factors may predispose an individual to developing this condition, some of these are:

• Inheriting a blood-clotting disorder
• Prolonged bed rest
• Injury or surgery
• Pregnancy
• Birth control pills
• Being overweight or obese
• Smoking
• Cancer
• Heart failure
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Geriatric population
• Sitting for long periods, limited movement of muscles

What are the complications of Deep Vein Thrombosis?

It is important to consult a doctor right away if an individual experiences any of the above symptoms. If not, it may cause certain complications like:

• Sudden shortness of breath
• Chest pain 
• Feeling lightheaded or dizzy
• Rapid pulse
• Coughing up blood

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References: 

• Deep Vein Thrombosis. Healthline. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/deep-venous-thrombosis Accessed on June 10, 2020.
• Deep Vein Thrombosis. Mayo Clinic. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/deep-vein-thrombosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20352557 Accessed on June 9, 2020.
• Deep Vein Thrombosis. WebMD. Available at: https://www.webmd.com/dvt/default.htm Accessed on June 10, 2020.
• Deep Vein Thrombosis. NHS. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/deep-vein-thrombosis-dvt/ Accessed on June 10, 2020.
• Deep Vein Thrombosis. Medical News Today. Available at: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/153704 Accessed on June 10, 2020.

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