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Tips To Prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis

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Introduction

DVT or deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot that travels from the veins in your legs and settles in your lungs, blocking blood flow from the heart.

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It can be painful, dangerous and even fatal in some conditions. Here are tips to prevent DVT.

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Exercise

One of the biggest causes of DVT is a sedentary lifestyle, small amounts of exercises can help protect yourself.

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Watch your weight

Being overweight or obese creates more pressure on your veins and can be a risk factor. The risk is especially high for people with a BMI more than 35.

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Quit smoking

Smoking can cause clots in veins that can be extremely harmful or fatal. Use nicotine patches, gum or other methods to drop the habit.

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Active lifestyle

Sitting still for long periods can hamper the blood flow to your legs, keep moving your toes to get the blood circulation going.

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Travel safely

No matter what your mode of travel, keep taking short breaks to stretch your legs and walk around for a few minutes.

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Stay hydrated

Keep yourself hydrated, water helps thin your blood, protecting from blood clots.

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Yoga

A stressful lifestyle leads to a higher risk of DVT, yoga can lower your stress while also maintaining an active lifestyle.

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