Question 1

i was wondering are phlebothrombosis and thrombophlebitis the same?

Accepted Answer

Acute and chronic.: Phlebothrombosis is a clot in a vein and thrombophlebitis is a clot in a vein which then becomes inflamed.  Phlebothrombosis tends to be chronic while thrombophlebitis tends to be acute. Thrombophlebitis can become phlebothrombosis.

Question 2

could dvt be either phlebothrombosis or thrombophlebitis?

Accepted Answer

Definitions of words: Phlebothromobis =clotting in a vein. Thrombophlebitis = inflammation caused by the clot. So, the simple answer is yes because virtually all phlebothrombosis will cause some inflammation, some mild and some severe (redness, swelling, pain etc..) if you are having symptoms, consult your doc for an eval/treatment. Keep physically active to reduce your risk. Good luck.

Question 3

is deep vein thrombosis a phlebothrombosis or thrombophlebitis?

Accepted Answer

Could be either: Technically, phlebothrombosis means a blood clot in a vein without inflammation.  It is a term that we don't see being used very often these days.  Thrombophlebitis means inflammation of a vein with a clot.  Generally, when one gets a dvt, a clot forms that causes the vein to become inflamed and painful. If a DVT occurs that isn't painful, it is more likely to be a phlebothrombosis.  Clear as mud?

Question 4

deep vein thrombosis is a phlebothrombosis or thrombophlebitis, can you please tell me?

Accepted Answer

Essentially the same: Thrombophlebitis is a clot with inflammation and phlebothrombosis is a clot without inflammation.  A DVT is usually always thrombophletbitis because of the associated inflammation and swelling of the area.  An example  of a phlebothrombosis would be a clotted hemorrhoid or a clot in an arm vein following an IV medication.

Question 5

is it bad to have sex/masterbate after having a acute deep vein thrombosis. its been a week since i was discharge and wasnt sure if i should or still wait?

Accepted Answer

: Masturbation will not have any adverse effect on your health, with or without DVT. Do stay active to prevent DVT. Talk to your doctor if you should be on blood thinners.
Wish you good health!

Question 6

what causes a deep vein thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Many factors: Patients with a hereditary condition, called venous insufficiency have a valvular condition that allows blood to pool while standing or sitting, decreased return to heart when not lying down. Can lead to inflammation due to decreased blood flow through the vein, damage to vein and blood clotting.  Other factors blood clotting disorder, malignancy, recent surgery, hx dvt, pregnancy, hrt, infection.

Question 7

what can cause a deep vein thrombosis?

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Many things: Risk factors for deep vein thrombosis are numerous. One of the  most common is immobility. This can be caused by other medical problems, surgery, or other issues. Certain surgeries are higher risk than others. For example, orthopedic and bariatric surgery. Traveling long distances in cars or airplanes are another cause of immobility. Underlying malignancy or hypercoag state can also cause dvt.

Question 8

what are signs of deep vein thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Pain and swelling : Dvt of leg vein cause pain of the leg usually calf when lift foot as flexing , and start seeing swelling of the leg.

Question 9

who is at risk for deep vein thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Risk Factors DVT: There are many causes for DVT but all causes revolve around 3 factors: stasis of blood, injury to the vessel wall or increased propensity to clot(hypercoagulable state).  Stasis occurs with long trips or immobility due to illness or casts. Injuries to the vein wall can occur with trauma from something within the vein or external to it. Hypercoagulable- increased risk of clotting -genetic/acquired.

Question 10

whta are the symptoms of deep vein thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Sometimes there are no symptoms.  Typical symptoms include leg swelling or pain in the legs, especially the calves.

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