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Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Can PE be present without leg symptoms? 

Yes, a pulmonary embolism (PE) can occur without any preceding or current leg symptoms. While the majority of pulmonary embolisms originate from…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Can PE cause dizziness or fainting? 

A pulmonary embolism (PE) can cause sudden dizziness or fainting, a clinical state known as syncope. This occurs when a blood…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Does chest pain indicate a clot in the lung? 

Chest pain is a primary indicator of a blood clot in the lung, a condition known medically as a pulmonary…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Is sudden breathlessness a sign of PE? 

Sudden breathlessness, known clinically as dyspnoea, is the most common and significant indicator of a pulmonary embolism (PE). This sensation…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

What does a pulmonary embolism feel like? 

A pulmonary embolism (PE) most commonly feels like a sudden, unexplained onset of shortness of breath accompanied by a sharp,…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

When should I seek urgent help for possible DVT? 

Knowing when to seek urgent help for a possible deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a critical life-saving skill. While a…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

How quickly do DVT symptoms develop? 

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) symptoms can develop over a matter of hours or progress gradually over several days. While some…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Are DVT symptoms different in older adults? 

Yes, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) symptoms in older adults are often different, presenting as more subtle, atypical, or even entirely…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Venous disease: varicose veins, DVT, pulmonary embolism

Can you get a DVT without pain? 

Yes, it is entirely possible to have a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) without experiencing any pain or noticeable symptoms. In…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS