8 Signs of a Blood Clot You Should Never Ignore, According to Doctors

A swelling arm or leg is among the most typical DVT symptoms. "Blood clots can cause swelling by obstructing the normal blood flow in the legs and by accumulating blood behind the clot."

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Swelling in one limb

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DVT discomfort typically occurs in conjunction with other symptoms, such as redness or swelling, although it can sometimes occur on its own.

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Leg or arm pain

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Although a bruise is a form of blood clot, it's not the kind you should be concerned about. A DVT cannot be seen. Though bruise-like discolouration could be visible

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Redness on your skin

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Although a chest ache could seem like a heart attack, it could instead be a pulmonary embolism. According to Dr. Navarro, "a PE and a heart attack share similar symptoms."

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Chest pain

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Your oxygen flow is slowed by a blood clot in your lung, which can make you feel exhausted. It's common that you won't have the energy or breath to climb stairs.

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Shortness of breath

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Unable to quit hacking? It might be a PE if you additionally have chest pain, an accelerated heartbeat, or shortness of breath. According to Dr. Navarro, "the cough will be dry

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Unexplained cough

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Your heart rate increases to try to make up for the lack of oxygen in the blood. According to Dr. Teitelbaum, experiencing a flutter in your chest and having difficulty breathing deeply

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A racing heart

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According to Dr. Nelson, "the chemical released from the lungs, changes in blood oxygenation, blood pressure, and heart rate are all contributing factors to the lightheadedness."

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Feeling faint

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