What is Deep Vein Thrombosis DVT

Deep-vein thrombosis, also known as deep-venous thrombosis or DVT, is the formation of a blood clot ("thrombus") in a deep vein. It commonly affects the leg veins, such as the femo...

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Back in February I noticed that my right foot was swollen for no reason. It has since started to turn a pinkish/purple. I have seen my doctor and have also seen an orthopedic. I have had numerous tests including 2 ultrasounds for a DVT. The second one went from my groin to my ankle. When the tech got behind my knee my leg started to feel like it was falling asleep. Is this normal? I have also recently developed a cough that I cannot get rid of. I thought it was my asthma so I did not tell my Dr. What can this possibly be?
Posted on 07/02/09, 05:07 pm
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Reply #21 - 07/14/09  8:52pm
" So........ I went to the ER on Saturday and they took some chest x-rays. They were clear. They said it may be my allergies and gave me some allergy meds. Problem is.... cant keep em down. Everytime I go in a coughing fit I vomit. Going to see my PCP tomorrow. Fingers crossed "

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