Deep Vein Thrombosis & Blood Thinners – Tuesday, March 10 – DelmarvaLife

Deep Vein Thrombosis & Blood Thinners – Tuesday, March 10

March 10, 2015 Posted by Annie Hearn Health

According to Peninsula Regional Medical Center, deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is when a blood clot forms in a deep vein. The clot can form for several reasons, but a main reason why is immobility. It’s usually in the lower leg, thigh or pelvis, but can also occur in the arm or chest. DVT can cause serious illness, disability, and in some cases, death. Often times, DVT is treated with anticoagulants, or blood thinners. They prevent blood clots from growing, and prevent new clots from forming. It’s always best to speak with your doctor if you have any questions.

To learn more about DVT and blood thinners, visit the following websites from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention:

http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/dvt

http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/dvt/treatments.html

To learn more about Peninsula Regional Medical Center, visit its website:

http://www.peninsula.org/default.cfm

About Annie Hearn

Annie has been with WBOC since March 2008. Prior to her time at the television station, Annie spent 4 ½ years at 1450 WILM Newsradio in New Castle, DE as a general assignment reporter, legislative correspondent, and morning co-anchor. She was also an Adjunct instructor at Wilmington University. Annie has a Bachelor's degree from University of Delaware. She majored in English with a concentration in Journalism. Annie won a national Edward R. Murrow award in 2006. Check out all stories by Annie.