Am I Really At Risk Of Getting A Blood Clot?

We all experience blood clots from time to time, when we are bleeding; our body creates blood clots to stop the bleeding. However, when a blood clot prevents the natural flow of blood, blocks a vein, or blocks an artery, it becomes harmful and extremely hazardous to our health. Generally, our bodies naturally create [...]

Pulmonary Embolism ? Symptoms and Causes

Pulmonary embolism (PE) is an extremely common and highly lethal condition that is a leading cause of death in all age groups. A good clinician actively seeks the diagnosis as soon as any suspicion of PE whatsoever is warranted, because prompt diagnosis and treatment can dramatically reduce the mortality rate and morbidity of the [...]

Information on Pulmonary Embolism -

Pulmonary embolism is a condition that occurs when an artery in your lung becomes blocked. In most cases, the blockage is caused by one or more blood clots that travel to your lungs from another part of your body. Most clots originate in your legs, but they can also form in arm veins, the [...]

What Is DVT?

Copyright (c) 2009 Dr. Jennifer Feeny Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a blood clot (a blockage) forms in a deep vein. Although these clots usually occur in the veins of the leg, they can also develop in other parts of the body. A DVT is considered a medical emergency [...]