what are the warning signs of deep vein thrombosis?

is deep vein thrombosis hereditary?

Yes, deep vein thrombosis is hereditary. If anyone in your family has experienced DVT, it means you are at high risk of getting it. Your family history or genes make you more prone to develop DVT.

As per a study, in young patients with DVT, the reason could be their Read more

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Dr. Sunil Joshi

is deep vein thrombosis serious?

Deep vein thrombosis can become a serious condition if you do not get the treatment on time. Medication, lifestyle changes, or surgery can help to treat and prevent DVT.

It is caused by a clot that may stop blood circulation in your body. If DVT is left untreated, you may develop Read more

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Dr. Sunil Joshi

is there a cure for deep vein thrombosis?

Yes, there is a cure for Deep Vein Thrombosis. While some people may get cured with medications or lifestyle changes, some may need surgery. If your doctor recommends medication, try to take that on time. The medicines will be helpful in preventing a clot from growing or breaking off.

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Dr. Sunil Joshi

how do you get deep vein thrombosis?

You may get deep vein thrombosis under following circumstances:

• If your daily work demands sitting in the same position for hours.
  
• If you have health issues that affect how your blood clots.
  
• If you have any damage to a vein from surgery or inflammation because of injury.
  

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  Dr. Sunil Joshi

how to diagnose deep vein thrombosis?

To diagnose deep vein thrombosis, your doctor may ask you about your symptoms. After that, he/she will do a physical checkup to determine any swelling or changes in skin color.

If your doctor thinks you might have deep vein thrombosis, they will conduct a blood test or Duplex ultrasound to confirm Read more

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Dr. Rohit Madhurkar