Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and its complications take the lives of more people each year in the US than both breast cancer and AIDS combined! It affects 2 million people in the US annually, and March marks the sixth annual DVT awareness month, coordinated by The Coalition to Prevent Deep-Vein Thrombosis. This post isn’t intended to scare you, but only to help increase your awareness about this potentially deadly disorder.
What is DVT and who’s at risk?
DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a large vein (often in the lower legs). The clot blocks circulation and may result in a …read more