Blood clots are extremely serious, and need to be seen by a medical professional straight away. Signs of the condition tend to affect the arms or legs, and may seem similar to muscle pain.
Blood clots are relatively common, and are caused by proteins and platelets clumping together in the blood vessels.
They usually develop in the legs or arms, but they can form almost anywhere in the bay, including around the heart, brain or lungs.
Left untreated, the clot may make its way into the lungs, which can be very serious. This is known as a pulmonary embolism.
It’s, therefore, absolutely essential that you seek medical attention if you think that you have a blood clot.
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Some patients’ legs or arms feel warmer to the touch than usual, it added.
It said: “Deep vein thrombosis occurs when a blood clot forms in one of the deep veins of your body, usually in your legs, but sometimes in your arm.
“Symptoms of a blood clot may feel similar to a pulled muscle or a ‘Charley horse’.
“But they may differ in that the leg (or arm) may be swollen, slightly discoloured, and warm.
“Contact your doctor as soon as you can if you have any of these symptoms, because you may need treatment right away.”
If you have a blood clot that makes it all the way into the lungs, it’s known as a pulmonary embolism.
A pulmonary embolism can be deadly, and you should dial 999 and ask for an ambulance if you’re worried that you might be at risk.
The most common sign of a pulmonary embolism is having sudden shortness of breath.
