Blood Clots
Blood clots are clumps of blood that transform into semi-solid or gel-like states from a liquid. While clotting is an essential process that prevents the excessive loss of blood, if they form inside the veins, they may not always dissolve. And it can be dangerous, if not life-threatening, if the blood clot becomes mobile, travels into the lungs or heart, and obstructs blood flow. These situations generally require immediate medical attention.
There’s a possibility that blood clots don’t present with any noticeable symptoms. However, when they do appear, an individual may experience pain, swelling, tenderness, reddish discoloration, and a warm or burning sensation in the arms or legs. If the blood clot forms in the abdominal area, symptoms can include pain in your abdomen, nausea, vomiting, bloody stools, diarrhea, and ascites. If it impacts the heart, a heart attack is likely to occur, and chest pain, lightheadedness, breathlessness, sweating, and pain in the arm, jaw, back, or neck may arise.
They’re also a risk factor for bacterial and viral infections like ringworm, as blood clots can cause obstructions in the flow of blood and lead to circulatory problems. This can compromise the ability of the immune system to function, making an individual more susceptible to infections.
