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How Can Pulmonary Embolism Be Treated?

I had bilateral blood clots after getting off plane 3 years ago. I currently take warfarin. I got off 3.5 hour plane trip 5 hours ago. I have 2 inch circumference raised and very sensitive to touch ( no discoloration) area in one shin. What are the chances this is another embolism?
Tue, 12 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

You can do Doppler of affect site, MRI will be help full. You can consult neurosurgeon which is helpful for prevent the disease. You can do Yoga and meditation in the morning do exercise in the morning.

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How Can Pulmonary Embolism Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You can do Doppler of affect site, MRI will be help full. You can consult neurosurgeon which is helpful for prevent the disease. You can do Yoga and meditation in the morning do exercise in the morning. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.