DVT/PE Awareness
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Introduction to DVT
Do you know DVT? Each year, complications of DVT lead to 60,000-100,000 deaths. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a large blood clot forms in your body, usually in the leg. A recent hospital stay or injury increases your risk. Talk to your healthcare provider to learn how to prevent DVT before it starts.
1 b. Do you know DVT? Each year, complications of DVT are responsible for the deaths of more people than AIDS and breast cancer combined. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a large blood clot forms in your body, usually in the leg. A recent hospital stay or injury increases your risk. Talk to your healthcare provider to learn how to prevent DVT before it starts.
Find DVT in Time
DVT: Know the signs, find it in time. Unexplained aching or swelling in an arm or leg could signal a serious condition. See your healthcare provider to learn more. Recognized early, DVT can be treated.
Self-efficacy
Pain and swelling telling you something? Listen to your body. Unexplained pain, swelling, or redness in one of your arms or legs could be a sign of deep vein thrombosis, a serious blood clot. If you think you have symptoms, get checked out by a doctor. Recognized early, DVT can be safely treated by your healthcare provider.
Risk Factors
Going to be off your feet for a while? A recent hospital stay or injury increases your risk of DVT, a serious blood clot. Talk to your healthcare provider to learn how to prevent DVT before it starts.
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