How do doctors recognise Deep Vein Thrombosis:
If a clot is suspected, your doctor will perform a complete physical examination and take your medical history. A sharp pain when your foot is flexed upwards may indicate the presence of a blood clot in the leg. Other tests may also be conducted, including:
a.. an ultrasound scan of the leg,
b.. X-rays of your veins after dye is injected into a foot vein - this allows
the doctor to see how your blood is flowing,
c.. tests that measure your body's blood clotting mechanism (these are usually
used to check patients at high risk of DVT rather than for diagnosis).
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