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Medical Conditions - Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a life-threatening situation, where blood clots form in one or more deep veins in the body. The symptoms are swelling of legs, painful and tender legs, the skin of the leg turns red, and swollen and red veins appear on the leg. This blood clot can break loose and travel through the bloodstream and block the blood supply to vital organs.

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What causes low BP, bluish leg spots, and dizziness?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice according to provided history.

Can you suggest treatment for my elevated D-dimer levels?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. The D-dimer test is used to exclude deep vein thrombosis, such as a thrombotic disorder. 2. Your D-dimer value (fibrin degradation product) is slightly high. 3.

What causes upper calf and foot arch pain without swelling?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Leg pain behind the knees, which is localized and nonradiating in nature, with no swelling, no history of prolonged bed rest, and no fracture of a limb.

What is the reason for right side body swelling?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concerns. Right-side swelling could be due to edema, allergic inflammation, or infection.

Can high altitude cause any affect on DVT?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query thoroughly and checked your attached ultrasound as well (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

What are the risks and side effects of anticoagulant therapy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Anticoagulants, also known as blood thinners, work by inhibiting the body's ability to form blood clots.

Does warfarin help prevent future thrombus formation?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: 1. It appears you have suffered from deep vein thrombosis. Due to this, your protein C and S values are low. 2.

What is the cause for elevation of D dimer?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. D dimer is a fibrin degraded product, and it is elevated in case of thrombosis usually like pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis.

What causes swelling and pain in the feet?

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I am on Apixaban for the prevention of DVT. Can I practice Judo still?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. The cause of deep vein thrombosis should be searched for.

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