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A member asked:

Should i go to the emergency room if i have chest pain and a history of dvt?

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Absolutely!: This may be a pulmonary embolism (clot that has migrated to the lungs).

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 2/13/2013

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Yes: This could be a sign of a pulmonary embolism and should be assessed as soon as possible.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/22/2012

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Dr. A. tarig Ahmed answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

DVT, : I would. Main concern is whether you have a clot in the lung or not.

Dr Deeken agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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