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Blood Clots: Risks, Symptoms, Treatments, Prevention

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Abdomen: Blood clots in the belly area can cause pain or nausea and vomiting. Arms or legs: A blood clot in the leg or arm may feel painful or tender to the touch. Swelling, redness and warmth are other common signs of blood clots. Brain: Blood clots in the …

Blood clots - Mayo Clinic

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Blood clots are gel-like clumps of blood. They are beneficial when they form in response to an injury or a cut, plugging the injured blood vessel, which stops bleeding.

Blood clots Causes - Mayo Clinic

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Polycythemia vera. Pregnancy. Prolonged sitting or bed rest. Pulmonary embolism (blood clot in an artery in the lung) Smoking. Stroke. Surgery. Causes shown …

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) - Symptoms and causes

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Blood Clots - How They Form and Common Causes

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1. Platelets form a plug. Tiny bits in your blood called platelets get "turned on" by triggers released when a blood vessel is damaged. They stick to the walls in the area and each …

Blood clots When to see a doctor - Mayo Clinic

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When to see a doctor. By Mayo Clinic Staff. Seek emergency care if you experience: Cough that produces bloody sputum. A fast heartbeat. Lightheadedness. …

Types of Blood Clots - WebMD

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There are three types of blood clots that form in the veins -- superficial venous thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and pulmonary embolism (PE). Superficial venous …

Pulmonary embolism - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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The risk of blood clots developing while traveling is low but increases as long-haul travel increases. If you have risk factors for blood clots and you're concerned about travel, talk with your health care …

What causes blood clots? Conditions and treatments

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Quit smoking: Cigarettes can negatively affect blood circulation. Maintain a moderate weight: Obesity increases the risk of blood clots, as excess weight increases pressure in the veins. Be aware ...

Blood Clots | Disease or Condition of the Week | CDC

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Blood clots include deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), which are serious, but preventable medical conditions. DVT is a blood clot in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg, …