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What is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT , happens when a blood clot forms inside a deep vein, usually in your legs. Blood clots are like little blocks that can stop blood from moving properly inside the veins in your body. This block is not always fixed to one site. In some cases they can move along with the blood. DVT can be very serious because if the clot moves to the lungs, it can cause a problem called pulmonary embolism, which is very dangerous. What Causes DVT? There are a few things that can cause DVT:      1. Not Moving for a Long Time: If you sit or lie down for a long time, like on a long plane ride or after a surgery, your blood might not flow as well, and a clot can form.      2. Injuries or Surgeries: When your body gets hurt or after surgery, it can cause blood to clot. Hip, knee, and major abdominal surgeries are particularly associated with a higher risk.      3. Some Health Problems: Some ill...

  Chest pain is a common symptom that can have many different causes. Some of them are related to the heart, while others are not. In this blog post, we will explore the most common heart-related causes of chest pain, how to recognize them, and what to do if you experience them. Heart-related causes of chest pain include: Angina: This is a type of chest pain that occurs when the heart muscle does not get enough blood and oxygen. It usually happens during physical exertion, emotional stress, or exposure to cold. Angina can feel like pressure, squeezing, tightness, or heaviness in the chest. It may also radiate to the neck, jaw, shoulders, arms, or back. Angina is a sign of coronary artery disease (CAD), which is the narrowing or blockage of the arteries that supply blood to the heart. Angina can be stable or unstable. Stable angina is predictable and occurs with a certain level of activity or stress. Unstable angina is unpredictable and can occur at rest or with minimal exertion. Un...