Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with deep vein thrombosis.

Early: Early diagnosis and treatment prevents complications. Dont wait to see a doctor.

When: When flying, wear compression hose to help prevent DVTs. Drink water, wiggle your toes, and move!

Ignore: Do not go on long car rides without frequent 1-2 hour breaks to walk around and stretch.

Ignore: If your doctor prescribes anti coagulation do take it. Don't assume is a nuisance.

Ignore: Don't massage the affected leg because it could dislodge the clot and travel to the lungs.

Ignore: Always a good idea to remember to walk,stretch,flex leg muscles every hr when traveling( seated ).

Ignore: Stop often on long car trips to walk around to decrease your deep vein thrombosis risk.

Ignore: Do take blood thinner medication regularly and diligently. Use support hose long term for swelling.

Ignore: Smoking cessation and regular activity are good for you and the best way to prevent DVTs.

Ignore: Do be well hydrated and exercise. Don't sit or stand in one place for prolonged periods of time.

Ignore: Take medicine as perscribed, stay well hydrated and exercise when recommended.

Ignore: Do take anticoagulant prescribed ,wear medical elastic stockings and walk. Don't sit or rest all day.

Ignore: Do continue the anticoagulation prescribed by your physician and for as long ans he has ordered.

Ignore: Good idea to wear compression hose especially if you swell. After blood thinners ask about apirin.

Ignore: Search for reason, treat, monitor for worsening, followup DON'Ts: ignore symptoms or medical advice.

Ignore: Do take blood thinners. Don't engage in contact activity while on blood thinners.

Ignore: Do look up vitamin K content of foods if you're prescribed Warfarin. Keep intake constant.