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hello doctors, what does a blood clot in your leg/ankle feel like?

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Clot: There are many factors that cause clots including high blood pressure , blood disorders and others .  Frequently there is pain warmth and swelling with venous clots.  There is so much info on clots and their formation there isn't room here.  See your family doc if you suspect this .  You may be referred to a vascular specialist for more help.

Question 2

does a blood clot in leg feel like bruise?

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Maybe: At times it can, but it may have no symptoms. Check with your doctor is you are prone to these in your past of family.

Question 3

what does blood clot in leg feel like?

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Pain and swelling: If you have  a large blood clot in your leg, you have an emergency that can kill you. The blood clot can break off and get stuck in your lungs. Call your doctor! he can test you for the clot and put you on blood thinners that will allow the clot to stabilize and dissolve.

Question 4

what does  a blood clot  on leg feel like ,  like a annoying cramp?

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Like a cramp: A blood clot on the leg, usually presents as a painful cramp in the calve.  Some are symptoms are typically swelling and discoloration of the extremity.  The laster two definitely tell you that a vinous doppler would be in order ASAP.  A blood clot in the leg can dislodge and travel to the lungs as a pulmonary embolism and this can be life threatening.

Question 5

what can cause a blood clot in leg?

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Immobility: Ie with a flight or long car ride, or immobilization . Could also be due to your genetics and a clotting problem.

Question 6

what are the tests for blood clot in leg?

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Ultrasound: 1. History and physical exam. If your history and examination are suspicious that it might be a dvt, then you need a 2. D-dimer. A blood test is 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 7

what are signs of blood clot in leg (lower)?

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Varies: Swelling discomfort the swelling does not improve when u elevate the leg.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of a blood clot in leg?

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Pain: Blood clots in the leg usually cause pain and swelling of the leg.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: blood clot in leg?

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Usually venous: Most of the clots in the leg form in veins, and generally in deep venous, hence the name DVT, i.e., deep vein thrombosis.
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Question 10

what is the best kind of exercise after a blood clot in leg?

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Talk to your MD: The clinical judgement of the treating physician is vital in determining your level of activity. Discuss with your physician.

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