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DVT is a condition when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, commonly in leg. This development is called venous thrombosis.

This condition can be painful with swelling, generally in deep leg vein, calf and thigh muscles’ may also be in abdomen and pelvis.

DVT and pulmonary embolism together are known as venous thromboembolism (VTE).

DVT symptoms

  • pain, swelling and tenderness in one of your legs (usually your calf or thigh)
  • a heavy ache in the affected area
  • warm skin in the area of the clot
  • red skin, particularly at the back of your leg below the knee

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Often one leg is the target of this condition. The pain is felt more when the foot is curled up towards the knee.

DVT causes

Above 40, this condition( DVT ) is more commonly observed. Given below are listed some other notable factors:

  • having a history of DVT or pulmonary embolism
  • having a family history of blood clots
  • being inactive for long periods – such as after an operation or during a long journey
  • blood vessel damage – a damaged blood vessel wall can result in the formation of a blood clot
  • having certain conditions or treatments that cause your blood to clot more easily than normal – such as cancer (including chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment), heart and lung disease, thrombophilia and Hughes syndrome
  • being pregnant – your blood also clots more easily during pregnancy
  • being overweight or obese

The combined contraceptive pill and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) both contain the female hormone oestrogen, which causes the blood to clot more easily. If you’re taking either of these, your risk of developing DVT is slightly increased.

Diagnosing DVT

If you experience swelling and painful leg, do not delay, conduct a thorough examination for proper diagnosis.

Ultrasound scan

An ultrasound scan can be used to detect clots in your veins. A special type of ultrasound called a Doppler ultrasound is used to find out how fast the blood is flowing through a blood vessel. This helps to identify when blood flow is slowed or blocked, which could be caused by a blood clot.

Doppler ultrasound technique is used to confirm the flow of blood through the veins. In case an irregularity is noticed in this respect, indicating possibility of DVT, in time treatment with medical advice will be resorted to for your safety.