deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

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deep vein thrombosis (DVT) Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs. Symptoms Symptoms may include: chest pain shortness of breath lightheadedness fainting coughing up blood sense of anxiety or nervousness pain in legs redness and warmth in the affected area Causes Causes may include: blood clots form in the veins deep in the body, often in the legs Treatments Treatment may include: · medication · surgery · compression stockings

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