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  UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know about DVT

  November 13, 2023

  Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can be a life-threatening condition. Ulka Sachdev, MD, Co-director of the Vein Center at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, discusses causes, the warning signs and what you should discuss with your doctor.Listen Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

  Tagged with: Affinity, Specialty

  

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  Medical Mondays: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

  March 23, 2015

  Do you know the risks and signs of DVT? Learn more about blood clots and deep vein thrombosis in the first edition of Medical Mondays.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: birth control, blood, blood clots, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, dvt treatment, high risk deep vein thrombosis, medical mondays, symptoms of dvt

  

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  What to Expect from Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treatment

  March 13, 2015

  DVT, or deep vein thrombosis, is a treatable condition, commonly with medication or compression stockings. Learn more about your treatment options.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: anticoagulant, blood clot, blood thinner, compression stockings, deep vein thrombosis, dvt treatment, medical mondays, thrombolysis, thrombolytics

  

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  Could You Be at Risk of Developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?

  March 9, 2015

  Lifestyle and genetic factors raise the risk of deep vein thrombosis, a type of blood clot. By understanding the risk, you can take steps to prevent DVT.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: blood clot, blood clotting, clot, clotting, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, dvt risks, Heart Health, medical mondays

  

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  Infographic: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Facts and Stats

  October 2, 2022

  Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot in a vein deep in your body. Learn more about signs, risks, treatment and prevention of the DVT.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: birth control, blood clots, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, heart attack, infographic, medical mondays, vein problems

  

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  What Do Blood Clots Feel Like? Warning Signs of DVT

  April 20, 2022

  Warning signs of DVT start with tenderness, pain, and swelling in the leg. Learn more about blood clot and DVT effects and symptoms.Learn More

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: blood clot signs, deep vein thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis symptoms, dvt, DVT symptoms, medical mondays, pulmonary embolism, signs

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  What Causes Varicose Veins?

  May 4, 2023

  Varicose veins on your legs are unsightly, and can also cause discomfort and other health problems. Here's what you need to know about this common problem.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  Supporting LGBTQIA+ Survivors of Domestic Abuse

  May 3, 2023

  You can help support LGBTQIA+ survivors and victims of domestic violence by knowing the warning signs of abuse and offering emotional or material support.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

• Article - 4 Minute Read

  Signs of Poor Circulation and How to Treat It

  September 9, 2022

  Poor circulation might be a sign of a more serious problem with your blood vessels. Learn to recognize the signs of poor circulation.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

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