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Q: Is Pain Caused by Deep Vein Thrombosis?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on January 26th, 2006

I have had intermittent leg pain for around 2 months in the right leg. It comes and goes for a few days, and the degree and area of pain varies. Also the time is random, coming while sitting, walking, whatever. I have always been worried about a dvt. I have had blood work and the d dimer was high but I believe the others were normal, if that helps. i am always worried about my health, but not sure if it is anxiety disorder or not. is it possible to have dvt for months with no complications or outward signs?

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on February 7th, 2006

Anxiety & Stress Answer A287

Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a very serious and even a life-threatening disease. Massive thrombosis (blood coagulation) occurs in the deep veins of the legs. It is accompanied by great and constant pain, swelling and temperature, and redness/cyanosis in the affected leg. If a minor thrombus separates from the main thrombus in leg, it can become complicated with a life threatening thrombus-embolism in lungs. I’m not sure about your anxiety but I am certain that you aren't experiencing DVT.

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