Pulmonary Embolism Symptoms

Not all PEs exhibit the same signs and symptoms. But certain symptoms may indicate that a PE has occurred.

• The following signs and symptoms may occur (in the order they are typically seen):
  
  
  • Chest pain: Pain is very sharp and stabbing in nature, has a sudden onset, and is worse when taking a deep breath (referred to as pleuritic chest pain).
    
    
  • Shortness of breath
    
    
  • Anxiety or apprehension
    
    
  • Cough: Usually, this cough is dry, but it may be associated with blood.
    
    
  • Sweating
    
    
  • Passing out
  
  
• Doctors may suspect a blood clot if any of these symptoms occur in someone who has or recently had a swollen or painful arm or leg or who has any of the risk factors.

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