A blood clot is a gelatinous clump formed when liquid blood thickens.
Some blood clots can be life-threatening and under no condition should they be left untreated.
In today’s video, we will be discussing 7 silent symptoms of blood clots like discolored
skin, persistent back pain, and leg cramps that often go undetected.
Let’s get started.
7.
Warm skin Is your skin at a higher temperature than
usual?
There could be several other reasons for this, but a blood clot is often among the top contenders.
When blood flow is disrupted, your body changes the temperature of that particular area.
The difference in temperature at the site of the blood clot may be noticeable.
Usually, three symptoms of blood clots reside together.
Discoloration, cramps in the leg, and warm skin.
If you have all of these, it might be wise to consult your healthcare provider, especially
if you have a history of blood clots.
Superficial blood clots are formed just below the surface of the skin.
Where the blood clot is formed becomes swollen and warm to touch.
There are high chances that the skin would also become red, indicating discoloration.
If you have been in a sitting position during long-distance flights, or recovering from
surgery, keep an eye out for these symptoms.
6.
Discolored Skin Discolored skin could be a sign of blood clotting.
Blood clots normally form when you are physically hurt and your body needs to stop the blood
flow.
However, experts say that sometimes they are formed in veins and arteries without any obvious
sign of injury.
It can lead to severe complications and can sometimes be fatal, particularly if it enters
your brain or heart through the bloodstream.
Blood clots have different symptoms depending upon where they are located.
One of the most common symptoms is discolored skin.
The blood clot interferes with blood flow which leads to discoloration where the clot
is located.
The discoloration can cause paleness or redness in the affected area, which can indicate a
blood clot in a vein.
A blood clot in the lung, also known as pulmonary embolism, can occur if the clot passes through
the bloodstream and becomes lodged in blood vessels of the lungs.
This can result in symptoms like pale, clammy or bluish skin.
Be advised, there are many other health issues that show similar symptoms.
5.
Cramps in legs Leg cramps can be painful.
Blood clots like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can cause cramps or persistent pain in the
affected limb.
Leg pain alone, however, could indicate many things and is likely not a blood clot.
However if you feel leg cramps accompanied by swelling, redness, warmth, and tenderness
in one localized area, chances are higher that it’s a blood clot.
4.
Back pain Back pain can be linked to many things, and
it’s a common complaint as one gets older.
Back pain alone is not an indicator of a blood clot.
Severe lower back pain in a non muscular spot can be an indicator of the presence of a blood
clot in the pelvic area or the IVC.
Inferior vena cava, IVC is the largest vein in our bodies and a major abdominal vein located
at the posterior abdominal wall.
A blood clot in IVC or IVC thrombosis is most commonly caused by an unretrieved IVC filter.
The pain is persistent, and can’t be reduced through any amount of stretching or massage.
Venous blood clots develop gradually, whereas an arterial blood clot occurs suddenly.
Blood clots may be the result of staying in a cramped position.
3.
Swelling Swelling is another common symptom of a blood
clot and is commonly seen in the arms, hands, ankles, and legs due to impaired blood flow
caused by DVT.
Blood circulates through veins in extremities and flows back to the heart.
A clot deep in the veins blocks the smooth flow of blood to a particular arm or leg,
preventing it from reaching the heart.
Valves in our veins are left damaged after healing from these clots.
Even after recovering completely from DVT, some people suffer post-thrombotic syndrome
due to impaired blood flow.
This leads to symptoms like chronic extremity swelling and pain.
2.
Shortness of breath Shortness of breath can be a symptom of many
things, but it is the primary symptom of pulmonary embolism.
This is mainly caused by the clot that got stuck in the blood vessels of the lung.
Along with shortness of breath, you will experience chest pain and a rapid pulse.
It will get to the point where you may cough up blood and observe a sudden drop in blood
pressure.
The majority of blood clot-related deaths are caused by pulmonary embolism (PE).
Along with shortness of breath, a person suffering from PE might experience symptoms such as
light-headedness, irregular heartbeat, and coughing.
Although anyone can develop DVT and PE, health issues like chronic heart conditions, cancer,
and paralysis can increase your chances of developing a blood clot.
1.
Excessive sweating Excessive sweating, especially accompanied
by other symptoms, can indicate the presence of a blood clot in the lungs or heart.
The blood clot can block the flow of blood to the heart and potentially cause damage
to the heart muscles, which can lead to a heart attack.
If you are experiencing chest pain, irregular heart rate, and nausea along with excessive
sweating, seek medical attention promptly.
Blood clots should never be left untreated.
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Have you noticed any of these silent blood clot symptoms?
Let us know in the comments below.