How do you get dvt?

Are you ready for some fun facts about DVT? Probably not, but I’m going to give them to you anyway. Did you know that every year, up to 900,000 people in the United States develop this condition? That’s a lot of clots! Well, fear not my friends because today we are going to talk about everything DVT-related. We’ll start with what it is and then move on to how it is caused. Stick around because there might even be a joke or two!

What is DVT?

DVT stands for Deep Vein Thrombosis, which sounds like a fancy way of saying blood clot. It occurs when blood clumps together in one of your veins located deep inside your body – generally in the legs or lower torso area (sorry folks). If left untreated, these clots can travel through your bloodstream all the way up into vital organs such as lungs causing severe damage.

The Anatomy Lesson You Never Knew You Wanted

Before diving headfirst into our subject matter (cue dramatic music), let’s take a quick trip down anatomy lane.

  • Your foremost pumping machine is called “heart” if someone tells you otherwise beware… weirdos…
  • Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from said heart out into the rest of your body.
    • They’re like highways with really strict speed limits
  • Veins connect back up with arteries and transport oxygen-poor blood back toward your heart.
    • Less exciting than arteries but equally important
    • They’re more similar to small side streets rather than highways- just less busy.

Okie-dokie then… so where do things go wrong?

How Do Clots Form?

Well smarty pants reader (yes I am referring specifically to you) have ever thought much about our good friend platelets before? These brave little cells gather at the sites of injury and help our blood clot to prevent any bleeding. But what happens when they don’t know when to stop making clots?

The Risks Factors

The cause behind DVT is not simple, but there are certain situations that increase one’s chances of developing it.

  • Lack of moving: If you’re stationary for prolonged periods such as sitting on a long bus trip or during bed rest after an operation.
    • I mean we all love Netflix binging now and then but please remember to incorporate some walking practice
  • Age factors – the older you get, the higher chance of DVT- Ah grown-up problems
    • This gets more common above 50 years -so like a fine wine right…?
  • Genetics¡ – some people just happen to have habits passed down through generations that may result in their blood getting a little bit sticky. (No offence grandpa)
    • Blame it on ‘em

More Risks

Apart from those listed above other things that heighten your risk include

RISK FACTORS POSSIBILITY
Hormone treatments or birth control use A Higher Chance
Obesity/being overweight Joints can only take so much pressure folks
Kidney Dialysis treatment with catheters Increased possibility re hospital exposure etc.

More possibilities
• Pregnancy/Birth Control Pills/Hormonal Therapy players beware

Now let’s talk about something truly interesting… Symptoms!

What Does It Feel Like To Have DVT?

Are you somebody who likes surprises? Well if yes then maybe close this article here because symptoms aren’t always present! However, For the ones playing at home symptoms could include; swelling, redness on affected areas as well as pain sensations. Especially notable would be pain around calf area which also comes with following :

Let’s Get Serious for A Bit

We could make puns and laugh about bodily damages upon having DVT, but in reality it’s no joke. If you have any of the above symptoms combined with chest pain or rapid breathing – Seek Medical Attention Instantly

How Can You Avoid DVT?

So now that I’ve perhaps shared a little too much humor we need to get back on track! There’s more to health care than just being reactive after all. We’re going to share some preventative measures here, so let’s pay attention.

Letting them legs out for a stroll

Remember what I told y’all earlier regarding stagnation? This is where our brains start working again because walking, stretching your legs every day or even standing up once an hour can reduce risk greatly if you’re prone or exposed (Airplanes travelers take note)!

And without further ado….

Other Preventative Measures:

  • Using compression stockings which enforce increased blood flow through veins,
  • NOT smoking
    • Yeah this one is tough- But guys seriously stay away from the whacky weed!
  • Keeping hydrated – Do not underestimate drinking water folks
    • It’s like gasoline/oil for your body… So don’t run low while driving yourself!
  • Any concerns related weight related should be checked by a doc as BMI Level/Higher Body Fat will result in higher chances so hit those salads!

In Conclusion

That my friends are how to avoid developing Deep Vein Thrombosis better known as DVT. While filling your brain with knowledge is vital when it comes down to following routines/Disciplines/habits religiously tied together lifestyle change ease aided through these understandings really does wonders!

The end…. Thanks for taking time outta ya schedule today y’all

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