Medically known as deep vein thrombosis or DVT, blood clots can form in any part of the body, but usually occur in the thigh, pelvis, or lower leg.
When a part of a clot breaks loose and travels to the lungs where it lead to a blockage, it’s called a pulmonary embolism or PE.
This is instantly an emergency room situation that cannot be ignored or delayed.
In today’s video, we look at 10 signs that alert you to a blood clot in the legs. Video at the bottom of this article.
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