DVT (deep vein thrombosis) prevention and treatment

Hi Brenda,

From my own experience, I was told that after a few days to a week on an anticoagulant, the remainder of the clot get reabsorbed into the body. Many people stay on anticoagulants long term because once you've had a pulmonary embolus (or emboli meaning multiple clots), the chances of having another one increase. It becomes a preventative measure and for the most part, you can go on with an active lifestyle.

In my case, they were able to see the clots on chest x-rays. They might have better scans now as my case was many years ago. I' was on warfarin for maintenance for many years but now take something else which is better for overall health since there are no dietary restrictions for veggies.

How will one know the clots in the lung has dissolved ?

Yes, my wife and I power walk 28 miles a week, total of 45 miles most weeks. 10 years Now wearing compression socks. Thanks

Thanks

Hi @theswede1387, I'd like to add my welcome. @casey1329 and @mom23boys offered some helpful tips for prevention of DVTs. Did you start blood thinners? Did you doctor advise anything about daily movement such as walking or wearing compression socks?

My 71 yr. old husband for the first time had DVT two times in 6 months. The doctor put him on Eliquis and they disappeared on their own...good luck !

Hi Swede. I was told I had a blockage in my superficial femoral artery in my right leg back about 2 months ago now. Rather than clear the blockage with surgery they put me on statin's and daily low-dose aspirin. I'm turning 61 this month. They recommended a daily walk even if I had pain from the bad circulation. I'm not sure if this answers any questions you may have. So far so good. I guess they preferred that as a first line to try to avoid any kind of invasive procedure. I wish you well.
Peggie