Question 1

what test diagnose venouis thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Ultrasound: Dvt or deep vein thrombosis is often diagnoses with an ultrasound of the affected limb.  If the clot is suspected to be in the lung then a ct scan can be used.  These scans can also be used to scan the legs as well.  If you are concerned about having a DVT then you need to be seen by your pcp for further evaluation.

Question 2

what is the best way to treat thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

It depends: For deep vein thrombosis systemic anti coagulation is best. The mainstay is Heparin followed by coumadin (warfarin). However their are several newer options. The newer options have advantages and disadvantages.  
For phlebitis/ thrombosis in a superficial vein the treatment depends on the size  location of the thrombosis/phlebitis systemic anti-coagulation is used or sometimes less aggressive treatments used.

Question 3

could i have a thrombosis with no symptom?

Accepted Answer

Thrombosis: Depending on where the thrombosis is, etc, you may need treatment to prevent a more serious condition such as a pe, mi, or stroke, etc.  Best for you to discuss with your doctor what treatment you need, if any, depending on the severity and location of your thrombosis (even without symptoms).  Best wishes.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

A clot: Thrombosis simply means a clot. Thrombophlebitis is a clot with inflammation.

Question 5

is it normal for non-occlusive thrombosis to be painful?

Accepted Answer

Acutely yes: In the acute stage thrombus is associated with inflammation of the vessel wall and this can cause pain. After a few days however the pain should diminish or disappear and certainly thrombi older than 10-14 days are not likely to cause pain , particularly if they are "non occlusive"

Question 6

what is venous thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Clot in the vein.: Venous thrombosis is a blood clot in the vein, which is a vessel that carries blood from an organ back to your heart. Typically we talk about venous thrombosis in terms of deep venous thromboses, or dvts, which are clots in the "deep veins." these can be particularly dangerous because of their potential to break off and travel to the lungs, what we call a "pulmonary embolism, " which can be fatal.

Question 7

what exactly is venous thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Blood clot in vein: Venous thrombosis can be in veins close to the skin, hence superficial thrombosis or thrombophlebitis, appearing as a painful cord, red, with heat.  It can occur in the deep veins, hence deep venous thrombophlebitis (dvt), and there is often pain, swelling in the calf/thigh muscle.  It can occur in the veins of the brain, hence cerebral venous thrombosis.

Question 8

what is meant by venous thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

Venous thrombosis: This means a blood clot in a vein,  most typically in a leg vein
symptoms would  be local pain, possibly redness or warmth,  swellling.

Question 9

is non-occlusive thrombosis genetic?

Accepted Answer

DVT: I assume you are speaking of venous thrombosis. If so, yes there are several inherited/genetic processes that place certain people at greater risk of developing venous thrombosis. Most common is factor V leidin deficiency.

Question 10

will  arm thrombosis make you feel ill?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Upper extremity thrombosis often occurs secondarily:  IV catheter, medications placed into iv's, thoracic outlet obstruction, malignancy (pancreatic, mediastinal), trauma, infection.  These problems can make one feel bad, and the clot in the arm accentuates the ill feeling.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Thrombosis panel

A member asked:

What test diagnose venouis thrombosis?

A member asked:

What is the best way to treat thrombosis?

A member asked:

Could i have a thrombosis with no symptom?

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: thrombosis?

A member asked:

Is it normal for non-occlusive thrombosis to be painful?

A member asked:

What is venous thrombosis?

A member asked:

What exactly is venous thrombosis?

A member asked:

What is meant by venous thrombosis?

A member asked:

Is non-occlusive thrombosis genetic?

A member asked:

Will arm thrombosis make you feel ill?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?