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you may not see it coming but a silent
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danger could be forming deep in your leg
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threatening your health with every
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passing hour Blood clots in the legs
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particularly a condition known as deep
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vein thrombosis DVT can strike anyone
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whether you're active sedentary young or
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aging The good news with awareness and
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timely action DVT is highly preventable
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A blood clot in the leg typically
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develops in the deep veins of the lower
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limbs Unlike surface veins these deep
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channels are harder to monitor making
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clots more difficult to detect Left
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untreated a DBT can break loose travel
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to the lungs and cause a
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life-threatening pulmonary embolism This
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is why recognizing the early signs and
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knowing how to respond is crucial
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Common symptoms include swelling in one
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leg pain or tenderness that may start in
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the calf a feeling of warmth over the
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affected area and skin discoloration
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that appears red or bluish These signs
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can appear subtly or escalate quickly If
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you've been sitting for long periods
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such as during travel or bed rest the
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risk increases significantly
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Several factors can contribute to DVT
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including genetic predisposition obesity
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pregnancy smoking certain medications
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and prolonged immobility Even healthy
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individuals who spend hours at a desk or
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travel frequently can unknowingly be at
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risk So how can you stay safe Prevention
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begins with movement If you're flying or
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sitting for long periods stand up
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stretch or walk every hour Hydration is
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also essential Dehydrated blood is more
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likely to clot Wearing compression
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stockings can help improve circulation
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especially for those with a history of
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clotting or varicose veins For people at
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higher risk such as those recovering
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from surgery or with a history of clots
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doctors may recommend blood thinners
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These medications reduce the blood's
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ability to form clots and can be
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life-saving when prescribed and
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The bottom line awareness can save lives
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Understanding the symptoms staying
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active and taking preventive measures
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aren't just healthy habits They're
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powerful tools for protecting your
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long-term vascular health Have you ever
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experienced symptoms like unexplained
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leg swelling or pain What strategies do
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you use to stay active and reduce your
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risk of clots during travel or sedentary
