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I did countless days of prolonged sitting and never got pulmonary embolism, but after 1 day of prolonged standing, i did. why?

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Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Geriatrics

Unusual: It is unusual to get a pulmonary embolism from standing. You should seek a workup for a blood clotting disorder from your physician.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/31/2018

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A member asked:

I did countless days of prolonged sitting and never got pulmonary embolism, but after 1 day of prolonged standing, i did. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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