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Pulmonary Embolism: A Dangerous Clot

January 24, 2016

Pulmonary emboli usually occur as the result of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot in the leg that breaks loose and travels to your lung.Read More

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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

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Beware of Blood Clots: What You Should Know

March 17, 2015

Varicose and spider veins can lead to painful swelling and blood clots. Vein problems and blood clots are easily treatable and help prevent serious problem.Read More

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Video: Dr. Rabih Chaer Discusses Deep Vein Thrombosis

March 15, 2015

Learn more about deep vein thrombosis in this video featuring Rabih Chaer, MD.Watch Now

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Tagged with: deep vein thrombosis, dvt, pulmonary embolism, symptoms of dvt, ultrasound, video

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Birth Control and Blood Clots: The Medication Matters

March 10, 2015

Differing hormone levels in birth control medications can further increase your risk of developing blood clots. Learn more about these risk factors.Read More

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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.Read More

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Infographic: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Facts and Stats

March 5, 2015

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.View Infographic

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What Do Blood Clots Feel Like? Warning Signs of DVT

March 3, 2015

Signs of deep vein thrombosis start with tenderness, pain, and swelling in the leg. Learn more about blood clot and DVT effects and symptoms.Read More

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