{"id":873,"date":"2018-04-11T08:40:25","date_gmt":"2018-04-11T08:40:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/besthealth.guide\/?p=873"},"modified":"2021-10-07T06:11:11","modified_gmt":"2021-10-07T06:11:11","slug":"9-silent-signs-of-a-blood-clot-in-your-body","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/besthealth.guide\/9-silent-signs-of-a-blood-clot-in-your-body\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Silent Signs of a Blood Clot in Your Body"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"After experiencing an injury, which could be as little as a cut on your finger while preparing a meal, your body will start to do its job of ceasing the blood flow by forming a clot. This is a good thing and in most cases that is the end of the story \u2013 your cut stops bleeding and you begin to heal. However, in other cases, there can be unwanted blood clots forming in your body that do not go away on their own.<\/p>\n

If you are concerned about this due to your personal health situation, medical history, or lifestyle factors, then it is important to know what to look out for. There are many signs of a blood clot in your body, which vary depending on the location, but some of them can be quite general and may be indicative of something else entirely. For this reason, it is important to consult your doctor if you feel as if you may be at risk of this because it can be very harmful or even fatal in some cases.<\/p>\n

1. Unusual Cough<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There is no such thing as a “normal” cough \u2013 there is always a reason for it. If you are suffering from an unusual and unexplained cough that you can’t associate with lifestyle factors such as smoking, seasonal illnesses, environmental issues, or anything else, then you need to start thinking about what the culprit could be.<\/p>\n

In the case of a blood clot, it may have dislodged from the original site in the body where it formed, such as a leg, and has already made its way toward your lungs. This is known as a pulmonary embolism<\/a> (PE) and it can be life-threatening. It can cause a cough that may contain blood and\/or mucus, but it could also seem like a regular cough that just won’t go away and can’t be explained. Apart from that, it may produce symptoms such as shortness of breath, sweating, chest pain, and dizziness. Seek medical attention if you believe a pulmonary embolism is a possibility.<\/p>\n

\"\"2. Pain in Kidneys or Nearby Areas<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Unfortunately, when a blood clot forms in the kidney it can be very difficult to detect even if you’re on the lookout for symptoms. This is called renal vein thrombosis<\/a> \u2013 a partial blockage of the blood flow from the kidney \u2013 and it can cause serious damage. Renal vein thrombosis usually occurs gradually and in this case, there will be very few symptoms.<\/p>\n

However, in rare cases, it can have a rapid onset which will then usually result in pain in the lower back, hips, and lower parts of the ribs.<\/p>\n

In any case, other symptoms include lower amounts of urine, or urine containing blood, as well as fever, lack of appetite, and vomiting. Renal vein thrombosis can also produce symptoms including chest pain as mentioned in the section below. This could be a sign that at least part of the clot has dislodged and moved toward the lungs, which can cause serious health complications.<\/p>\n

\"\"3. Chest Pain<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If a clot has grown in the area of the heart, or a clot has formed elsewhere and then become dislodged so that it is moving through the bloodstream, it could make its way to your heart and partially block an artery. In this case, a person may begin to feel symptoms similar to those of a heart attack<\/a>. In fact, it can actually cause a heart attack. These signs include severe chest pain \u2013 usually accompanied by pain in at least one arm \u2013 as well as difficulty in breathing and profuse sweating.<\/p>\n

This is about as serious as it can get in terms of wondering whether you need to seek medical help. Call for emergency assistance immediately if you are suffering from these symptoms and then worry about the details later. It is always better to be safe than sorry when dealing with medical issues associated with the heart.<\/p>\n

\"\"4. Swollen Leg or Arm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Perhaps one of the first outwardly noticeable signs that a blood clot has formed is swelling<\/a> in the general area. This usually occurs in an arm or leg and is most likely caused by deep vein thrombosis (DVT).<\/p>\n

However, in many cases of DVT, there will be no visible signs at all, which in turn increases the risk of the clot worsening and\/or dislodging and moving to other more vital parts of the body such as the lungs. In this case, it can cause a pulmonary embolism as described above in the section on unusual coughing.<\/p>\n

However, when swelling does occur and is associated with DVT in the leg it will often be visible in the calf, which may also become painful and more sensitive when touched. The affected area may also feel warmer than the surrounding skin. Swelling could also occur in the thigh or lower down toward the ankles and feet.<\/p>\n

\"\"5. Vision and \/ or Speech Problems<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It is possible for a blood clot to form in the brain itself. This can occur either due to an injury to the head, such as a concussion which resulted from a fall or other trauma<\/a>, or it could have occurred due to fatty deposits in the vessels that supply the brain with blood.<\/p>\n

Another possibility is that a blood clot that formed somewhere else in the body may have dislodged and has traveled through the blood to reach the brain.<\/p>\n

In either possibility, this is a dangerous situation that could cause a stroke. The symptoms may include vision and \/ or speech problems, overall body fatigue, and even seizure. If it is suspected that there is a blood clot in the brain, or that a person has had a stroke, it is extremely important to get emergency medical care as soon as possible. Do not wait or second-guess your instincts.<\/p>\n

\"\"6. Patches of Skin Turning Red or Blue<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the early stages of blood clot<\/a> forms, it may be possible to see a change in color of the skin at the affected area of the body, or close to it. When this change has occurred because of a clot, it is due to the fact that the flow of blood has been restricted in that general area, and what you are seeing is the redness from the blood gathering under the skin, unable to move along as usual. If nothing is done to remedy this situation then it will usually become more noticeable over time as more blood becomes trapped.<\/p>\n

In the case of skin turning a bluish or purplish tone, this can also be a sign of a blood clot \u2013 the flow of blood has become so restricted that the affected skin is not receiving enough oxygen. This is called cyanosis. This could sometimes be mistaken as a bruise, but if it doesn’t go away you will need to consult a doctor.<\/p>\n

\"\"7. Unexplained Fatigue<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When your body is trying to fight off illness and protect you from further damaging effects you will most likely feel an overwhelming sense of fatigue<\/a>. This feeling may or may not be accompanied by a lack of appetite. A blood clot formation is just one such illness that will produce these symptoms, so it is important not to rush to judgment based on this one sign alone.<\/p>\n

In any event, if you can’t explain away the reason for being so tired all of a sudden such as from stress, physical activity, or difficulty sleeping, then you should get checked out by a doctor.<\/p>\n

If you are experiencing this feeling of fatigue along with one or more other symptoms mentioned here then you should seek help as soon as possible to avoid further risk. In most cases, this condition will not clear up on its own after it has reached this point but it can be helped with medication.<\/p>\n

\"\"8. Heart Beating Faster Than Normal<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Even if you have no idea what your regular heart rate is at a resting state, it will most likely become apparent to you when it is beating faster than normal. Having an elevated heart rate for a prolonged period of time, and in the absence of strenuous physical activity, is a sign that your heart is having to pump harder than normal in an attempt to restore proper blood flow throughout the body. By doing so, your heart is basically trying to flush out the clot.<\/p>\n

A similar symptom that can also be associated with a blood clot is when your heartbeat<\/a> becomes irregular, or out of rhythm. This can be a further indication that the clot has been dislodged and has possibly traveled to the lung, resulting in a pulmonary embolism (PE) as described above in the section on unusual coughs. This should be taken seriously and testing is required.<\/p>\n

\"\"9. Dizziness or Losing Consciousness<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A feeling of dizziness<\/a> may accompany the symptoms mentioned earlier related to chest pains and \/ or an elevated heart rate, which could indicate that a clot has broken loose and traveled to the lungs. This dizzy feeling is most often experienced when standing up after being in a sitting position, or lying down, for an extended duration.<\/p>\n

Losing consciousness is always a serious concern, no matter whether the cause is due to a blood clot or something else. Not only do you have the issue of whatever caused the loss of consciousness \u2013 but you also have the added risk of further injury due to a fall.<\/p>\n

This could result in a concussion or other injury to the brain, which could then lead to much more serious health issues, and also the risk of broken bones, bruises, or cuts. Any such injuries will further complicate the underlying blood clot if that was the initial cause.<\/p>\n\r\n

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