Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis is a condition manifest by blood clots in a deep vein of the leg. It is a serious condition which can lead to many problems, the most serious of which is pulmonary embolism. A pulmonary embolus is a blood clot that travels from the leg vein to the lungs - a potentially lethal condition. There are a variety of relatively uncommon conditions that predispose one to deep vein clots. The most common causes for this condition are sedentary lifestyle, obesity, certain drugs, vein injury and sometimes a defect in the deep vein itself.
If this condition is suspected, medical attention which usually consists of blood thinners, should be sought without delay.
