How to recognize the signs of serious illness in time

When blood clots become dangerous

According to Hazipatika Thrombosis occurs when a blood clot prevents the blood from flowing freely through the blood vessels.

There are two main types.

Arterial thrombosis, which can lead to heart attacks or strokes, and venous thrombosis that can develop into a life -threatening pulmonary embolism.

Although the body usually forms blood clots to stop bleeding in damage, they can sometimes occur without an obvious cause and become fatal.

Symptoms of arterial thrombosis

Arterial thrombosis occurs when a blood clot blocks the blood supply to the tissue. Because the oxygen supply is interrupted, the symptoms can occur suddenly and be severe. The characters may include:

• Pale and cold skin in the affected area

• Numbness or tingling, often accompanied by pain

• Impaired movement or paralysis

• Wounds or tissue death in severe cases

Symptoms of venous thrombosis

Venous thrombosis typically develops slower as the blood clot blocks the blood's return to the heart. The symptoms may take days or weeks to become clear but the most common signs are:

• Reddish or darker skin on the affected area

• Swelling, especially in legs or arms

• Tenderness and pain that gets worse by touch

• A warm sensation in the skin

More factors can increase the risk of thrombosis.

Some people are genetically predisposed, but lifestyle factors also play a major role.

People with diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol are particularly vulnerable.

Prolonged inactivity such as after surgery or injury, can also increase the risk, like smoking and overweight.

Pregnant women also have an increased risk as blood circulation in the legs is affected during pregnancy.