{"id":10712,"date":"2026-03-20T18:21:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T18:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/?p=10712"},"modified":"2026-03-20T18:21:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T18:21:15","slug":"conditions-that-lead-to-dvt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flushinghospital.org\/newsletter\/conditions-that-lead-to-dvt\/","title":{"rendered":"Conditions that Lead to DVT"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body. DVT usually happens in the legs and causes leg pain or swelling.<\/p>\n

Other symptoms of DVT include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Leg cramping or soreness that often starts in the calf<\/p>\n

\u00b7 A change in skin color in one leg to red or purple, depending on skin color<\/p>\n

\u00b7 A feeling of warmth on the affected leg<\/p>\n

Deep vein thrombosis can occur without any noticeable symptoms.<\/p>\n

A person can develop DVT if they have certain medical conditions that prevent the blood from flowing or affect how the blood clots.<\/p>\n

Medical conditions that can lead to deep vein thrombosis include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Heart diseases<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Cancer and some cancer treatments<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Inherited blood clotting disorders such as sickle cell<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Inflammatory bowel disease<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Obesity<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Autoimmune diseases such as lupus<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Varicose veins<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Paralysis<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Pregnancy<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Serious infections<\/p>\n

Other factors that can increase the risk of DVT include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Age<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Lack of movement<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Injury or surgery<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Smoking<\/p>\n

DVT is diagnosed when a healthcare provider performs a physical exam and asks about your symptoms. During the physical exam, they will check your legs for swelling, tenderness, and any changes in skin color. The tests a healthcare provider will order depend on if they think you are at a low or high risk of developing DVT. Tests include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 D-dimer blood test<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Duplex ultrasound<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Venography<\/p>\n

\u00b7 MRI<\/p>\n

Treatment for DVT has three main goals:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 To prevent the clot from breaking loose and traveling to the lungs<\/p>\n

\u00b7 To prevent the clot from getting bigger<\/p>\n

\u00b7 To reduce the chances of developing DVT again<\/p>\n

Treatment options for DVT include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Blood thinners<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Clot busters<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Filters<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Compression stockings<\/p>\n

Making lifestyle changes may help prevent deep vein thrombosis. These lifestyle changes include:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Moving your legs<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Managing your weight<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Quitting smoking<\/p>\n

If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of deep vein thrombosis, you can receive treatment at Flushing Hospital Medical Center\u2019s Ambulatory Care Center. To schedule an appointment, please call (718) 670-5486.<\/p>\n

All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.<\/strong> <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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