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Cardiac & Vascular Health
Question #17409
79 days ago
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blood clots in body symptoms - #17409

Aradhya

I am really worried about this thing that’s been happening to me lately, and I can’t shake off the feeling that it might be serious. For the past few weeks, I’ve felt these random aches in my legs and sometimes my arms too. Like, it's not all the time, but it just comes out of nowhere. I read somewhere that blood clots in body symptoms can include swelling, redness, or pain, right? I don’t have swelling or redness, but I got this funny feeling like heaviness in my limbs. Also, I've been super fatigued, but that could just be me stressing about work, I guess. I’m 34, fairly active, but I did sit in a long flight a few weeks ago, and I know that can lead to blood clots. Sometimes I get short of breath, which freaks me out. Should I be checking for more specific symptoms of blood clots in body symptoms? What do you guys think I should do? I don’t want to overreact but at the same time, I can’t ignore the possiblity that I might be dealing with something like blood clots. Would it be wise to just go get checked? I just don’t know if I’m overthinking it all.

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Given your symptoms and recent long flight, it’s reasonable to consider the possibility of a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE), which are types of blood clots. These conditions can indeed cause pain, swelling, redness, heaviness, and even shortness of breath. Even if you don’t show all symptoms, it’s important not to dismiss the possibility. People can experience clotting symptoms differently, and additional risk factors such as prolonged immobility can increase the chances. Shortness of breath and unusual fatigue are especially concerning when paired with your history of long flights. It’s wise to prioritize your safety and seek medical evaluation as soon as possible to rule out a DVT or PE. A healthcare professional will likely perform a physical exam, inquire about your medical history and possibly recommend diagnostic tests like a D-dimer test or an ultrasound of your legs. If a pulmonary embolism is suspected, a chest CT or V/Q scan might be ordered. If confirmed, treatment may include anticoagulation therapy to mitigate the risk of further complications. In the meantime, try to keep moving, avoid long periods of sitting or standing still, and stay hydrated. You may also consider wearing compression stockings if advised by a healthcare provider. Act promptly if your symptoms escalate, particularly if chest pain or significant difficulty breathing develops, as these could signify a medical emergency.

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