Blood clotting is a necessary function in the human body as it prevents excessive bleeding following an injury. However, blood clotting can also be deadly, as some clots form inside of the body, restricting blood flow and oxygen to vital organs. When clots prevent normal blood flow and oxygen to the brain, there is a stroke. When clots develop in the coronary arteries, a deadly heart attack can occur. Blood clots that form in the veins and travel to the lungs can cause a pulmonary embolism (PE). Find out why blood clots in lungs (PE) are so dangerous and how they are connected to venous disease and leg health.
Recent studies have also found a link between varicose veins and DVT, though it is unclear if varicose veins are the cause or if the two conditions merely share the same risk factors.
Other factors that increase the risk of developing a DVT include:
Even when you follow these recommended lifestyle changes, you can still develop varicose veins, DVT and PE. Do not ignore symptoms of varicose veins, DVT or PE simply because you live a healthy, active lifestyle. Blood clots can happen to anyone.
Whether you have visible varicose veins or general leg discomfort, contact Vein Specialists of the South for an evaluation. In addition to guiding you through our recommended lifestyle changes, we offer expert medical treatment for venous disease. By treating your veins and engaging in a healthy and active lifestyle, you can reduce your risk of developing DVT and PE.
Typically, our treatments are minimally invasive and performed right in our office. No general anesthesia, hospital stay, or downtime is required, and our patients often leave with instructions to apply a simple self-adhesive bandage and take over-the-counter acetaminophen (Tylenol) to manage any discomfort.
Contact us for an evaluation or to speak with one of our team members. We are available to answer any questions or concerns you have about our evaluation process, treatments, insurance coverage, financing, and more.
