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January 3, 2019 | Click to Search Articles

15 Ways To Avoid Getting Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep Vein Thrombosis (also known as DVT, or blood clot in the leg) is a very common disease that starts off with minor symptoms but can lead to life-threatening results. Statistics have shown that over 600,000 American’s are diagnosed with DVT each year.

If this seemingly mild problem is left undiagnosed, it can lead to a deadly condition called pulmonary embolism. A pulmonary embolism happens when the blood clots in your leg reach your lung. The condition is responsible for a shocking 15% of sudden deaths in the U.S. each year.

Many believed that only old people are at risk of developing deep vein thrombosis, however, recent history has shown that the disease can victimize even the young and middle-aged people. It is very important for the public to have basic knowledge of DVT and should know how to decrease their chances of developing DVT. Listed below are 15 ways you can avoid DVT.

1. Be Aware of Your Family History

A number of researchers have concluded that a higher number of close family members affected by deep vein thrombosis results in a higher chance of you developing the disease. Having more than two siblings who are affected by deep vein thrombosis immensely increases your chances of developing DVT.

Renowned researcher Dr. Brengt Zöller stated that having a family history strongly associated with deep vein thrombosis, your doctor will have to be careful when prescribing hormones or might prescribe a longer course of anticlotting drugs following surgery.

With all of that in mind, the first step in preventing DVT would be to know your family history. Asking your parents about their parents’ life isn’t very hard and it will help you make up your expectations. Doing so will help you determine whether you should take extensive steps to steer clear off DVT as well as help other family members be aware of the danger.

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