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Pulmonary Embolism Prevention: Preventing a DVT
If you have never had a deep vein clot, but you are in a situation that may increase your risk, be sure to:
Exercise your lower leg muscles during long car trips and plane rides
Get out of bed and move around as soon as you are able after having surgery or being ill
Take medications to prevent clots after some types of surgery as directed by your doctor
Follow up with your doctor.
If you already have had
DVT
or a
pulmonary embolism
, you need to prevent further clots from developing by:
Seeing your doctor for regular checkups
Taking your medications to prevent or treat blood clots as prescribed by your doctor
Using compression stockings, if prescribed by your doctor, to prevent chronic swelling in your legs after a DVT
Contacting your doctor immediately if you have any signs or symptoms of DVT or pulmonary embolism.
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD