A member asked:

What are chances of bloodclot traveling to brain while pregnant? if no blood disorder and never on birth control. im scared to get pregnant

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Dr. Colette Wiseman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Unlikely: Blood clots usually form in the legs and rarely travel to the lungs. It is possible but even more rare to have a blood clot in the brain. To reduce your risk of blood clots while pregnant, stay active, well hydrated, and avoid long car or plane rides.

Answered 9/14/2014

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