Deep vein thrombosis
Emergencyहिंदी: किडनी की नस में रुकावट · தமிழ்: சிறுநீரக நரம்பு அடைப்பு · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಮೂತ್ರಪಿಂಡದ ರಕ್ತನಾಳ ಅಡಚಣೆ · తెలుగు: మూత్రపిండ సిర అడ్డుపడటం · বাংলা: কিডনি শিরায় বাধা · मराठी: मूत्रपिंडाच्या रक्तवाहिनीत अडथळा · ગુજરાતી: કિડનીની નસમાં અવરોધ
About this condition
DVT is a blood clot in leg veins, more common during long travel, after surgery, or in bedridden patients. One leg becomes swollen, painful, and warm. This is a medical emergency as the clot can break off and travel to lungs. Immediate medical care and blood thinners are essential.
Common symptoms
swollen feetswelling in one leg onlypain in calfwarmthrednessdifficulty walking
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When to see a doctor: immediately
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Deep vein thrombosis?
swollen feet, swelling in one leg only, pain in calf, warmth, redness, difficulty walking.
When should I see a doctor?
immediately
Is Deep vein thrombosis common in India?
Deep vein thrombosis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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