Question 1

diag. w non occlusive dvt behind knee. once treated, can i get them again? taking xarelto, will i have to take it indefinitely? no history of dvts.

Accepted Answer

Can recur.: Dvt is usually not recurrent.  Blood tests can be done to see if you have a "clotting disorder" which predisposes you to make clot. If so, you may need to be on "blood-thinners" for life.   Risk of DVT is elevated in smokers and women on the pill.

Question 2

was diagnosed with a dvt behind knee in mid may. currently on bloodthinners till sept, is it safe to do domestic flights?

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Yes, in DVT control : Actually it is safe to Flight even with DVT under treatment; but only when it is well controlled; and your bloodthinners and/or treatment its not too invasive; and of course you need not to use any kind of adrenergic stimulators including tobacco, alcohol, coffee, tea or any other nervous system stimulant such as drugs. In case you are an stimulant user then the risk of having an stroke its high

Question 3

is it possible to have an undiagnosed dvt behind knee for 8 months with no swelling or reddness? just twitching and dull achy all over leg pain.

Accepted Answer

Not likely: 
Well, it's "possible," but isn't likely. A popliteal DVT (vein behind knee) should have swelling &amp; pain below knee at first, less with time. "Twitchy" symptoms really don't go with DVT. There are many causes of leg pain and this probably isn't DVT.  8 month old DVT really not dangerous as clots become stiff like "scar" by that time &amp; won't move. See a Doc to assess possible cause. Hope this helps

Question 4

how can the doctor make 100% sure my mom doesnt develop dvt after knee replacement? she has put this off for years because she worry about dvt and pe

Accepted Answer

Never 100%. : Unfortunately, while we can minimize the chance of DVT development after knee surgery, it would be unrealistic for any doctor to grant you a 0% chance of DVT.

Question 5

diagnosed with a dvt after knee replacement should i be worried if i have high blood pressure and a headache?

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Yes: Independent of the knee , and DVT your symptoms need resolution and treatment for the bp.
See your doc and check the inr soon.

Question 6

help with pain post dvt leg knee to ankle, pain at night sleeping. vascular surgeon said continue wear compress/socks(day). put feet up. what else?thx

Accepted Answer

NSAID: An NSAID (like ibuprofen, naproxen, or high dose aspirin) will help the pain. If you're on an anticoagulant ("blood thinner"), this will increase the risk of bleeding but can still be used if you're not having bleeding problems. (and I would let your doc know what you're doing and why).

Question 7

if you are diagnosed with dvt below your knees can you still get ivc filter?

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Yes: Sure you can.  In some people there risks of coagulation (thinning the blood) like falling snd developing hematoma's or brain bleeds ids too great.  So, an inferior vena cava filter is umbrella'ed in to catch any thrombus heading north to the lungs.  There are several meds on te maket that are safe and do not require coag monitoring like Xarelto.

Question 8

diagnosed with factor v leiden and dvt behind the knee. been on eliquis for 12 days how active can i be? can i ride bikes or jog?

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Ask doctor: This depends on severity, symptoms, and perhaps other factors. Ask the doctor or clinic treating you before doing any of these activities. Good luck.

Question 9

chance of dvt pain behind knee no swelling or heat or redness?

Accepted Answer

Dvt: Localized pain behind the knee is not very common as a symptom of deep vein thrombosis.  However doing a venous duplex ultrasound (Doppler-sonography) would identify and clarify this issue.  Other issues could be localized knee problems, such as a Baker's cyst.  If there is a recent history of airplane travel, then ultrasound would be recommended as there is risk of air travel related thrombosis

Question 10

i wear a 30-40 mm thigh high stocking for a dvt ten inches above knee 4.5 months ago. is thigh high the right length? how long should i wear 30-40?

Accepted Answer

Post Thrombotic Syn: Within two years of their diagnosis, 27% - 47% of patients with a history of DVT develop post thrombotic syndrome, of which approximately 10% are associated with ulceration. The use of 30-40mm hg calf-high compression stockings for two years after DVT development will help reduce the risk of post thrombotic syndrome.

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Diag. w non occlusive dvt behind knee. once treated, can i get them again? taking xarelto, will i have to take it indefinitely? no history of dvts.

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Was diagnosed with a dvt behind knee in mid may. currently on bloodthinners till sept, is it safe to do domestic flights?

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Is it possible to have an undiagnosed dvt behind knee for 8 months with no swelling or reddness? just twitching and dull achy all over leg pain.

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How can the doctor make 100% sure my mom doesnt develop dvt after knee replacement? she has put this off for years because she worry about dvt and pe

A member asked:

Diagnosed with a dvt after knee replacement should i be worried if i have high blood pressure and a headache?

A member asked:

Help with pain post dvt leg knee to ankle, pain at night sleeping. vascular surgeon said continue wear compress/socks(day). put feet up. what else?thx

A member asked:

If you are diagnosed with dvt below your knees can you still get ivc filter?

A member asked:

Diagnosed with factor v leiden and dvt behind the knee. been on eliquis for 12 days how active can i be? can i ride bikes or jog?

A member asked:

Chance of dvt pain behind knee no swelling or heat or redness?

A member asked:

I wear a 30-40 mm thigh high stocking for a dvt ten inches above knee 4.5 months ago. is thigh high the right length? how long should i wear 30-40?

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