Warning Signs Of Deep Vein Thrombosis

Discolored Skin On The Leg

Discolored skin on the leg is an early warning sign of deep vein thrombosis. Patients may notice their skin in an area affected by this condition looks paler than the skin around it. Sometimes, the skin may turn red or blue due to a lack of circulation. In addition, there may be distended, bulging veins in the area that are not ordinarily present.

These skin changes are some of the only visible signs of deep vein thrombosis. As a result, patients must monitor the discolored area to see if it changes in color or grows in size. Patients may want to take a photo and use a marker to draw around the edge of the discoloration. This will allow them to objectively assess if it is growing. This information may be useful to doctors when evaluating the urgency of the condition.

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