Please share a tip in the form of a haiku on dealing with deep vein thrombosis.

Acute vs Chronic DVT: Postthrombotic syndrome is under recognized ; common sequela of DVT if treated with blood thinners alone. Anticoagulants dont actively dissolve the clot, but just prevent new clots from forming. Clot eventually dissolves, but the vein can become damaged in meantime. Mounting evidence suggests that clot removal w catheter directed lysis improves quality of life in selected cases of dvt. Consult ir.

Ignore: A clot in your vein.. Should take a good blood thinner... Stop embolism.

Ignore: Stay on anticoagulation as long as your doctor recommends and get a follow up venous ultrasound.

Ignore: Take your blood thinner. Wear your compression stocking. Follow closely with your doctor.

Ignore: Leg swelling is a concern. Seek immediate help if present. Compression stockings maybe needed.

Ignore: On a long flight, walk the aisles often to prevent DVT.

Ignore: First important step is to have an ultrasound to document, and then treatment with anticoagulation.