What subtle signs may indicate a blood clot

Doctors warn that deep vein thrombosis can develop without obvious symptoms. A clot may be signaled not only by swelling and pain but also by less obvious signs: one leg becomes warmer, the skin changes color, and a feeling of fullness appears. The main danger is pulmonary embolism, which is life-threatening. If suspected, medical evaluation is necessary.

Doctors warn that deep vein thrombosis can develop without obvious symptoms. An article based on material from the publication Egeszsegkalauz lists the less obvious signs: one leg becomes unusually warm, the skin changes color, or a feeling of fullness and tension appears. Most often clots form in the lower limbs — the calf, thigh or pelvis. Sudden swelling of only one leg without an obvious cause is also considered a possible symptom. The main danger is pulmonary embolism, when part of the clot breaks off and reaches the lungs. Symptoms of this complication include sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, loss of consciousness, and blood in the sputum. If they appear, urgent medical help is required. The article stresses that a diagnosis cannot be reliably established from symptoms alone; an examination is necessary. The material was written by Tali Malkina.