Blood Clot in the Legs (cont.)
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- Deep Vein Thrombosis Overview
- Deep Vein Thrombosis Causes
- Deep Vein Thrombosis Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Deep Vein Thrombosis Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
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Deep Vein Thrombosis Treatment
Self-Care at Home
Medications are necessary to treat deep vein thrombosis. The patient must see a medical professional for treatment.
To increase comfort and lower the risk of the clot embolizing and moving to the lung, have the patient take the following measures:
- Keep the affected limb elevated.
- Avoid prolonged sitting or bed rest.
- Relieve pain by applying warm, moist heat to the area.
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Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) most commonly involves the deep veins of the leg or arm, often resulting in potentially life-threatening emboli to the lungs or debilitating venous alular dysfunction and chronic leg swelling.
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