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Deep venous thrombosis is a condition where there is a blood clot in a deep vein (a vein that accompanies an artery).
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Symptoms
Leg pain in one leg; Leg tenderness in one leg; Swelling (edema) of one leg; Increased warmth in one leg; Changes in sk...
Causes
Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) mainly affects the veins in the lower leg and thigh. A clot (thrombus) forms in the larger...
Tests
An exam may show a red, swollen, or tender leg. The presence of deep venous thrombosis may be seen on: X-rays to show v...
Treatments
DVT treatment helps prevent a pulmonary embolus from forming and helps prevent another DVT. For years, the standard tre...
Prevention
Doctors may prescribe anticoagulants to help prevent DVT in high-risk people or those who are undergoing high-risk surg...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have DVT-like symptoms. Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency numb...
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