Types of blood clots and their signs
Clots of veins
In addition, blood clots are called venous clots along with those found in the veins. These clots can get slower over time, but they can still be fatal.
Deep vein thrombosis
In this case, a clot forms in one of the deep veins of the body. It can usually occur in the muscles of the legs, pelvis, lungs, or brain. A blood clot may form without any obvious symptoms. Its symptoms are similar to those of some other diseases. There are signs and symptoms of blood clots in the legs or arms, heart, stomach, brain, and lungs. Other than that, you may feel something like this from the start in many places:
- The feeling of warmth on clot spot
- Tenderness or pain in the affected legs or arms
- Swelling of the affected feet or hands
- The skin color turns red or purple.
Blood clotting or stroke in the brain
A blood clot in the brain is also considered a stroke. A blood clot in your brain can suddenly cause severe headaches, as well as some other symptoms such as problems in speaking, vision problems, etc.
Arterial clot
Your blood circulatory system is made up of vessels called veins and arteries that circulate blood throughout your body. Blood clots can form in these veins or arteries. When a blood clot enters an artery, it is called an arterial clot. This type of clot immediately causes the following symptoms, such as severe artery pain
- Feeling attacked on body parts
- Risk of heart attack or stroke
Early signs of blood clotting in the legs or arms
Swelling, pain, and cramps appear. There is a chance of a heart attack due to blood clots in the heart. The heart is commonplace for blood clots to form, and this can happen at any time. A blood clot in your heart can damage your chest or make you feel heavy. Its initial symptoms are:
- Problem in breathing
- Fast heartbeat
- Sounds of breathing in sleep
Clotting of blood in the stomach
Severe abdominal pain or bloating can be a symptom of a blood clot in your stomach. In addition, it can also be a sign of a stomach virus or food poisoning.
