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What Causes Blood Clots In Legs And Sharp Pain While Breathing?

I have two blood clots in my leg and had a ct scan done and was told I was negative for a pulmonary embolism. That I needed to take more deep breaths. Well I still am having these pains and its so hard to schedule anything now a days. I need referaals and always being told. I will call back. Should have be worried. They are mild but sometimes sharp when I breath in and out.
Tue, 13 May 2014
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Hi, thank you for posting.

I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns.

Blood clots in legs shows that suffer from Deep Varicose Veins.
Varicose veins cause blood clots and pulmonary embolism.
In your case Varicose veins haven't caused Pulmonary embolism because thromb has been small.

You should check the condition of your legs and confirm the diagnosis:
1. Leg doppler ultrasound.
2. International normalized ratio test.
3. Complete blood count.

The results of these tests will determine the diagnosis and treatment.

Follow these precautions in order to improve your health.
1. Do not stand on feet for a long time.
2. Do not walk for a long time.
3. Elevate your legs, because elevating the legs often provides temporary symptomatic relief.
4. Wear compression stockings.
5. Take anticoagulant such as Aspirine, etc.

Consult your angiologist.

I hope this answer helped you.

All the best.
Dr. Behar.
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What Causes Blood Clots In Legs And Sharp Pain While Breathing?

Hi, thank you for posting. I have gone through your query and I understand your concerns. Blood clots in legs shows that suffer from Deep Varicose Veins. Varicose veins cause blood clots and pulmonary embolism. In your case Varicose veins haven t caused Pulmonary embolism because thromb has been small. You should check the condition of your legs and confirm the diagnosis: 1. Leg doppler ultrasound. 2. International normalized ratio test. 3. Complete blood count. The results of these tests will determine the diagnosis and treatment. Follow these precautions in order to improve your health. 1. Do not stand on feet for a long time. 2. Do not walk for a long time. 3. Elevate your legs, because elevating the legs often provides temporary symptomatic relief. 4. Wear compression stockings. 5. Take anticoagulant such as Aspirine, etc. Consult your angiologist. I hope this answer helped you. All the best. Dr. Behar.