Are you at risk of developing a blood clot? Known as Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot that can become loose and travel in the blood stream reaching a lung. Certain conditions may put you at a higher risk of developing DVT.
The conditions that put one at risk are cancer, heart health, pregnancy and obesity. There are also certain health factors that put you at risk such as trauma, surgery, inflammation, estrogen, catheters and pacemakers.
Those at risk should work closely with their doctor to monitor any blood clot.
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