Abstract
DVT causes blood to clot in the veins of the legs. These clots can break off and occlude the arteries of the lungs and be fatal. This can be treated in time to prevent dire consequences.
Published on Oct 23, 2013 and last reviewed on Apr 10, 2019 - 1 min read
Abstract
DVT causes blood to clot in the veins of the legs. These clots can break off and occlude the arteries of the lungs and be fatal. This can be treated in time to prevent dire consequences.
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis?
This is a condition in which blood clots in the deep veins of the legs and causes leg swelling, pain, and redness. This clot can also break off and travel up the veins and lodge in the lungs causing a pulmonary embolism.
What Are the Symptoms of DVT?
How Is This Diagnosed?
How Is DVT Treated?
Can DVT be Treated Without Thrombolysis and Through Medicines?
Yes, blood thinning medicine like Heparin can be given intravenously to help recanalize the occluded veins, this can be done in patients who are poor candidates for thrombolysis.
How Can DVT be Prevented?
Yes, deep vein thrombosis can be identified with the help of certain signs and symptoms. The several warning signs of deep vein thrombosis are:
- Swelling in the affected leg.
- Pain in the legs. The pain can start in the calf muscles.
- A warm feeling in the affected leg.
- Redness or discoloration in the legs.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot develops in the deep veins of your body. This condition can cause throbbing pain in the legs. Some patients also feel numbness in the legs.
The treatment for DVT involves the following:
- Anticoagulants are helpful in treating the deep vein thrombosis condition.
- For complicated cases, thrombolytics can be used.
- Compression stockings.
- Filters.
A blood clot in the leg can produce symptoms in the legs, arms, heart, and lungs. The following changes can be seen in the blood clots of the legs:
- Swelling.
- Alteration in skin color.
- Sweating if the heart is involved.
- Dizziness and breathing problems if the lung is involved.
The effects of blood clots can be constantly felt. It does not hurt for a prolonged period if the treatment measures are taken. The pain will be felt more when the patient is walking or standing for a longer duration. A certain degree of cramps and tight feeling will be felt. This might be accompanied by numbness.
Yes, it is possible to reverse deep vein thrombosis. It usually resolves within a few weeks or months. The problem does not lie in resolving the condition but with the recurrence of this condition.
Yes, deep vein thrombosis can go away on its own. In some patients, the thrombosis can dissolve by itself. The swelling caused by DVT will also subside gradually. To avoid unnecessary complications caused by DVT, it is necessary to contact your doctor immediately.
A blood clot occurs due to the hardening of the arteries and narrowing. The potassium components present in the banana will help in increasing the blood flow. The risk for further blood clots can also be reduced with the help of bananas.
You should restrict the intake of Brussels sprouts, spinach, kale, chard, collard, and mustard greens that you eat. Cranberry juice, green tea, and alcohol should also be avoided to the maximum.
The condition of deep vein thrombosis can be treated with the following medications.
- Enoxaparin.
- Fondaparinux.
- Warfarin.
- Dabigatran.
- Apixaban.
If DVT is not treated at an earlier stage, then it might result in some other severe complications like pulmonary embolism. It is necessary to treat this condition as soon as possible. Contact your doctor immediately.
The most serious complication of deep vein thrombosis is pulmonary embolism. This happens when the clot breaks down suddenly and travels through the blood through the lungs. The smaller clots can be treated easily.
DVT can be prevented naturally by making a few lifestyle changes. They are:
- Avoid smoking habits.
- It is necessary to reduce the blood pressure levels. The sugar and salt intake should be managed.
- You should not sit in the same place for a long period of time.
- You should indulge in activities like walking, jogging, and swimming.
Last reviewed at:
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