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How long after long travel would you develop a blood clot or dvt if it were going to happen? 10 weeks pregnant, driving all day x2 days. no clot histo

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Dr. Luis Taylor answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Most importantly,: stop and walk every hour in a gas or rest stop while on the road. This will improve your circulation and prevent blood clots. You could also use a hose stocking while traveling. Please discuss with your OB

Answered 7/31/2015

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Dvt: usually soon after flight would recommend use of support hose during any airplane travel to prevent dvt also during pregnancy would recommend use of support pantyhose

Answered 3/19/2017

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