08/05/2026
As an ICU nurse I have witnessed a lot of things sending people to their early graves😭😭
As a result of Ignorance, carelessness and lack of knowledge 🤷♀️🤷♀️
That is why I have decided to be dropping some tips here to help u on daily basis 🙏🙏
Today am going to talk about a topic THROMBOSIS, Which some of u most have been hearing about it but might not know what is all about 🤷♀️
What is thrombosis*
Thrombosis = formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel. The clot is called a _thrombus_.
It blocks normal blood flow. Can happen in veins or arteries.
*2 Main Types*
1. *Venous Thrombosis*: In veins. Most common is _DVT_ — Deep Vein Thrombosis, usually in leg veins.
*Danger*: Clot can break off → travel to lungs = _Pulmonary Embolism_ (PE). PE can kill in minutes.
2. *Arterial Thrombosis*: In arteries.
*Danger*: Blocks oxygen to organs → _Heart attack_ if in coronary artery, _Stroke_ if in brain.
*Virchow’s Triad — 3 causes*
A clot forms when you have 1 or more of these:
1. *Stasis*: Slow blood flow. Example: long flights, bed rest, sitting hours
2. *Hypercoagulability*: Blood clots too easily. Example: pregnancy, cancer, birth control pills, genetic disorders
3. *Endothelial injury*: Damage to vessel wall. Example: surgery, smoking, high BP, catheter
*Signs to know*
*DVT in leg*: Swelling, pain, warmth, redness in 1 leg only. Calf feels tight.
*PE*: Sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, fast heart rate, coughing blood.
*Arterial*: Sudden severe pain, pale/cold limb, or stroke symptoms: face droop, arm weakness, slurred speech.
*Prevention — key points*
1. *Move*: Walk every 1-2 hours on long trips. Flex ankles in bed if sick.
2. *Hydrate*: Dehydration thickens blood
3. *Compression socks*: For long flights or post-surgery
4. *Control risks*: Quit smoking, manage BP/diabetes, maintain healthy weight.
*Bottom line*: Thrombosis is dangerous because it cuts off blood flow. Best defense = keep moving, know your risk factors, and act fast on symptoms. If you suspect DVT or PE, go to the hospital immediately — time saves lives.
Don't wait b4 is it too late, remember that it is easier to prevent than to treat, don't say I didn't tell you oo.
Remember Goodyhealth care Ur health is our concern 💯💯
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