by KDraughn | Jun 20, 2022 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), Healthy Legs, Summer Travel
Driving and flying long distances can be uncomfortable for everyone, but if you are over the age of 50 you should be cautious of the vein disorder called Deep Vein Thrombosis – or DVT. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a medical condition that occurs when a blood...
by Veins Carolina | Mar 8, 2022 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), DVT Awareness, Pulmonary Embolism
A Pulmonary Embolism (PE) is when the Blood clot in the deep vein of the leg breaks loose and goes to the lungs. The most common complication is Post Thrombotic Syndrome (PTS), the gradual development of pain, swelling and red or brown discoloration of the lower leg....
by KDraughn | Mar 2, 2022 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), DVT Awareness
Are You At Risk For DVT? Since March is DVT Awareness Month, this is a good time to evaluate your risk for DVT and learn how you can prevent it. https://veinscarolina.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/DVT-Awareness-Video-V3-mp4.mp4 The staff at Vein Specialists of...
by Veins Carolina | Apr 23, 2020 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), Phlebitis
Phlebitis is a blood clot that forms in a superficial vein or varicose vein. Phlebitis usually appears as red painful knots under the skin. (See picture) Sudden sedentary activity causes Phlebitis. During this difficult time it is important to stay active. If...
by Veins Carolina | Mar 31, 2020 | DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), Dr David Draughn
At Vein Specialists of the Carolinas, we want to raise awareness of DVT, PE, and of its most common complication, PTS. The most dangerous result of a Deep Vein Thrombosis is a Pulmonary Embolism. This is when the Blood clot in the deep vein of the leg breaks loose and...
