A thrombus, colloquially referred to as a "blood clot," blocks the passage of blood vessels in various parts of the body like a rubber stopper. Most thromboses are asymptomatic after and before onset, but sudden death can occur. It often exists mysteriously and seriously threatens our physical and mental health.

Thrombosis-related diseases, such as myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, lower extremity vascular disease, etc., are all serious harm caused by thrombus to the human body.

How can I tell if I am at risk of blood clots?

1. Unexplained pain in hands and feet

The hands and feet belong to the peripheral organs of the human body. If there are blood clots in the body, the blood supply to the body will be affected.

2. Hands and feet are always red and swollen

In addition to the tingling sensation, the arms and feet look particularly bloated. It is different from the symptoms of edema. The swelling caused by heavy humidity in the body can easily sink in when pressed, but if it is caused by a blood clot Edema, it is particularly hard to press, this is mainly due to the lack of sufficient blood pressure in the limbs, which weakens the vasoconstriction, the muscles of the whole body are in a tense state, and the blocked places are also red.

3. Bruises on hands and feet

People with thrombosis in the body will have deep stripes on the arms and feet, and the veins and blood vessels can be clearly seen. When you touch them with your hands, you will feel hot.

In addition to abnormal hands and feet, dry cough for no reason, and shortness of breath. When coughing, you will always grab yourself, your heartbeat will increase, and your face will be flushed. This may be related to pulmonary thrombosis.

Of course, in many cases, thrombus can be asymptomatic: for example, patients with atrial fibrillation are prone to thrombus of the heart, but they usually have no symptoms. Only transesophageal ultrasound can detect them. embolism, so patients with atrial fibrillation often need anticoagulation therapy. In addition to special examinations such as ultrasound and CTA, the increase of D-dimer has certain auxiliary diagnostic significance for thrombosis.