Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): Risk factors and Preventive measures along with some Diet advice

Recently I received some questions from our subscribers asking me advice on Deep Vein Thrombosis
I thought it might help other people also If I wrote about it in my blog.

Here is some information regarding Deep vein thrombosis (DVT):

What is DVT?
Deep vein thrombosis is a condition in which a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in your body, usually in your legs.
Deep vein thrombosis is a serious condition because a blood clot that has formed in your vein can break loose and travel to your lungs. This is called a pulmonary (lung) embolism. In severe cases, a pulmonary embolism can cause death. However, many instances of deep vein thrombosis disappear on their own.

Who is likely to get DVT?

Some risk factors for developing deep vein thrombosis include:

• Sitting for long
  periods of time, such as when driving or flying.
• Prolonged bed rest, such as during a long hospital stay, or paralysis.
• Injury or surgery.
• A history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism. If you've had DVT before, you're more likely to have DVT in the future.
• Being overweight or obese. Being overweight increases the pressure in the veins in your pelvis and legs.
• Smoking. Smoking affects blood clotting and circulation.

If you have any of these conditions/problems consult your doctor on what steps you can take to manage your problem.
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Your goal should be preventing deep vein thrombosis from occurring.

What steps should you take to prevent DVT?

To prevent deep vein thrombosis:

• Take any prescribed medicines as directed.
• Visit your doctor regularly to see if your medication or treatments need to be modified.
• If you take blood thinners (anticoagulants), avoid foods rich in Vitamin K, which can affect how drugs like warfarin work. Foods high in vitamin K include green leafy vegetables such as spinach, Amaranth, green cabbage, brocolli and cauliflower also avoid soybean oils.
• Exercise your lower calf muscles if you'll be sitting a long time. Whenever possible, get up and walk around.
• Move around. If you've been on bed rest, because of surgery or other factors, the sooner you get
  moving, the less likely blood clots will develop.
• Make lifestyle changes. Lose weight, quit smoking and control your blood pressure. Obesity, smoking and
  high blood pressure all increase your risk of deep vein thrombosis.
• Wear compression stockings to help prevent blood clots in the legs if your doctor recommends them.
• Be careful that you do not have excessive bleeding, which can be a side effect of taking medications such as blood thinners.

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