During a medical history to evaluate symptoms of possible deep vein thrombosis, your doctor may ask:
- Do you have any pain or tender spots in your legs?
- Have you noticed any new swelling in your legs?
- How long have you noticed symptoms, such as pain or swelling?
- Does the pain or swelling get worse when you stand, sit, or walk?
- Have you ever had a blood clot?
- Do any of your relatives have blood clotting problems?
- What medications are you taking?
- Have you had surgery recently?
- Have you been on any long trips recently?
- Do you have varicose veins?
- Have you had any recent injuries?
Credits
| Author | Robin Parks, MS |
| Editor | Kathleen M. Ariss, MS |
| Associate Editor | Denele Ivins |
| Associate Editor | Pat Truman, MATC |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Jeffrey J. Gilbertson, MD - Cardiovascular Surgery |
| Last Updated | January 15, 2008 |
Author:Robin Parks, MS
Medical Review:E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Last Updated: 01/15/2008



