Blood clots are a known risk after any major surgery which is why compression stockings are worn. The actual occurrence of DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) is not common providing you follow your medical teams advice and exercise as much as you can without straining yourself.
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People get blood clots for different reasons. The most common reason why people get blood clots is because there blood is to thick and cannot function right.
Yes, although the surgical team will do everything to minimize this possibility. Blood clots may form due to injuries to the inside wall of blood vessels, which leads to the clumping together of platelets and formation of blood clots.
"As with any surgery, there are risks for pain and complications. Lap-band surgery pain is common, but it is usually in the mild to moderate range. Other complications such as blood clots and stomach blockage may also produce pain."
No this is not normal as the cervix or uterus will have been closed. If you still have your ovaries then yes you can still get symptoms of pms. You should see your doctor as soon as possible to find out what is causing the discharge.
Arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, cardiovascular disease, blood clots, effects of athletic injury or surgery, common cold, asthma and varicose veins.
These include infection and inflammation, blood vessel clots, damage to blood vessels or nerves, and instrument breakage
Not very likely after a year has gone by.
swelling. numbness. pain. in your calf area. call immediately it could be deadly.
Moderate alcohol consumption reduces platelet aggregation (blood clots) that can be fatal.
Leg exercises improve circulation and prevent blood clots
venous blood clots tend to occur in the veins of the legs (DVT or deep vein thrombosis), but can move to the lungs (pulmonary embolus). Risks factors include long periods of immobilisation, surgery (in particular orthopaedic surgery and lengthy procedures) and clotting disorders. Blood clots tend to be painful, commonly in the calf, which can be tender, swollen, firm to feel and sometimes red. If you have no symptoms, you can't really check for blood clots (e.g. after a long flight). Other conditions that can mimic blood clots in the legs include: ruptured Baker's cyst behind the knee spreading into the calf, torn calf muscles, skin infections (cellulitis)