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Inflammation in the body can cause various types of damage, which unfortunately can also lead to the formation of blood clots. They are very dangerous because they reduce the diameter of the vessels and blood cannot flow to all parts of the body as it should. In advanced stages, clots can grow to a size that completely blocks veins and then break off and travel through the body. This is truly dangerous, because in this way they can reach the brain or heart, block important arteries and cause a stroke or heart attack.
Most common symptoms that may indicate you have thrombosis
Surprisingly, the first symptoms can be observed in your legs. Swelling and leg pain are among the most common signs of the presence of a blood clot in the body. It may be the result of exhaustion or water retention in the body, but also something much more dangerous. You should therefore definitely not underestimate leg pain and swelling and tell yourself it will pass. In most cases it won’t pass and it can cause you serious health problems.
There may also appear a so-called feeling of local warmth. If one part of your body is warmer than the others, it may be a sign of a blood clot that formed in that spot. If you feel itching and pain in the same place, it is likely a clot (or an insect bite). You may also feel exhausted without an obvious cause. If you slept well and still feel tired, your body may be fighting a clot, your heart is working harder and because of that you feel fatigued.
Other symptoms you shouldn’t ignore
Chest pain or pain during movement is also a common sign of blood clots. Once a clot begins to travel to the lungs, you will encounter a sharp, burning pain that quickly becomes unbearable. If you have pain even during simple movements, when you laugh or cough, the clot may also be in the lungs. As elsewhere, a clot in the lungs can be very dangerous and you need to be careful.
You may also experience sudden bouts of coughing, which are often accompanied by pain and coughing up blood. This symptom can also indicate that you have a blood clot in your body. In addition, strong and repeated cramps can occur throughout the body. If you have pain in your legs and calves, you should consult a doctor, because this is a very common sign that your body is fighting a blood clot. The problems can be so severe that you will almost be unable to walk.
