SYMPTOMS OF BLOOD CLOTS

SYMPTOMS OF BLOOD CLOTS 

_ DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS – Clot in a Deep Vein (Usually in the Leg or Arm)

-Swelling in one leg or arm (rarely both).

-Pain or tenderness, often starting in the calf or thigh.

-Warmth in the affected area.

-Reddish or bluish discoloration of the skin.

-Leg cramps, especially at night.

_ PULMONARY EMBOLISM – Clot in the Lungs

-Sudden shortness of breath (even while resting).

-Sharp chest pain that worsens with deep breaths.

-Rapid heartbeat or irregular heart rhythm.

-Coughing up blood.

-Dizziness or fainting.

_ ARTERIAL THROMBOSIS – Clot in an Artery (Heart, Brain, Limbs)

-Heart (Heart Attack): Chest pain, Pain radiating to the left arm, jaw, or back, Shortness of breath, Cold sweats and nausea.

-Brain (Stroke): Sudden weakness or numbness on one side of the body. Difficulty speaking or understanding speech and Severe headache.

-Limbs (Peripheral Arterial Disease :Severe pain in the legs or arms. Pale, cold, or blue-colored skin. Weak pulse in the affected limb.

_ SUPERFICIAL THROMBOPHLEBITIS– Clot in a Surface Vein

-Hard, red, and warm lump under the skin.

-Tenderness and swelling around the vein.

-Mild fever in some cases.

_ DISSEMINATED INTRAVASCULAR COAGULATION – Multiple Clots Throughout the Body

-Excessive bleeding (from gums, nose, or wounds).

-Bruising easily.

-Sudden drop in blood pressure.

-Organ failure in severe cases.