How do I know if I have a blood clot?

Thrombosis can be dangerous as it might block the flow of blood. Also, part of the clot might break away and block a blood vessel further along, cutting off the blood supply to important organs.

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot in one of the deep veins within the body, such as in the legs. This kind of thrombosis can occur after surgery and may cause redness, pain and swelling of the legs. Please speak to your physician if you experience these symptoms.

Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a serious condition, it can occur when a blood clot breaks away from its original location and travels to the lungs. Symptoms may include sharp chest pain, sudden shortness of breath and coughing up blood. If you experience any of these symptoms, please seek emergency medical care immediately.