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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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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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