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what are the tests for blood clots in the legs?

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Ultrasound the best: 1. History and physical exam. If your history and examination are suspicious that you might have a dvt, then you need a: 2. D-dimer blood test to be done. If it is very low, you don't have a dvt. If it is high you might have a DVT and you need an: 3. Ultrasound scan. This is the gold standard test. The ultimate way to check for a DVT is ultrasound.

Question 2

what are warning signs of blood clots in the legs?

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Swelling: The most common symptom is swelling of one leg more than the other. Also, the leg can be red and very painful to touch. Sudden onset of shortness of breath can be an indication that the clot has broken free and entered into the lungs.

Question 3

should i be concerned about blood clots in the legs?

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Possibly Serious: A blood clot in a superficial vein is not an emergency.  A blood clot in a deep vein is concerning because the clot can dislodge and travel to the lungs, which can be fatal.  The deep clots, also called dvt's, require monitoring by vascular surgeons who treat the clots with anticoagulation medication and possibly surgical intervention.

Question 4

what's most likely signs of blood clots in the legs?

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Swelling and pain: The most common symptoms of blood clots in the leg, otherwise known as venous thrombosis, are swelling and pain. Unfortunately, these are not very specific, & usually have other causes. A simple blood test called d-dimer can detect if you do not have a blood clot, but this test also has a lot ot false positive results. If the d-dimer is positive, the best way to rule out a clot is with ultrasound.

Question 5

how serious a condition are blood clots in the legs?

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Can be very serious: I am assuming the blood clot in the leg is in the vein. Also known as a deep venous thrombosis (dvt). A DVT in a worse case scenario can be life threatening and/or limb threatening. Another less severe type of blood clot in the leg could be in the superficial venous thrombosis (svt). In order to better answer your question can you give me more details about the clots in the leg?

Question 6

what are symptoms of blood clots in the legs or higher?

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Swelling: The most common symptom is swelling of one leg more than the other. Also, the leg can be red and very painful to touch. Sudden onset of shortness of breath can be an indication that the clot has broken free and entered into the lungs.

Question 7

what is the main symptom of having blood clots in the legs?

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Pain, swelling: If you mean venous clots or DVT then typical symptoms include pain , swelling in legs. Sometimes redness, low grade fever, stiffness in the leg muscles and cramps.

Question 8

need expert help here. what are signs of blood clots in the legs?

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Clots in the legs: Signs of a blood clot vary all along a continuum from no signs at all to persistent severe swelling and pain...Plus everything in between.  If you have reason to believe you have a clot in your leg let your doctor know right away.  He/she can order an ultrasound to sort it out for you.

Question 9

how can i tell if i have blood clots in the legs, how can i tell?

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Ultrasound: The classic symptoms of a blood clot in the legs are pain and swelling.  It is possible, though, to have a blood clot and not know it.  The best way to know for sure whether you have a blood clot or not is to have any venous ultrasound.  If your are worried that you might have a blood clot, you should get it checked out right away.

Question 10

question about blood clots in the legs. do you know you have them?

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Clots in legs: Sometimes they present suddenly . Calf pain and swelling may imply clots. Swelling in one leg could indicate clots. Changes in foot or toe color may be seen. One leg feeling different in hot/cold might indicate an issue. If you are concerned you must seek immediate care.

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