Tag Archive: blood clot
Blood Clot Found on an Ultrasound: What Happens Next?
Medically reviewed by Dr. Domenic Zambuto, National Medical Director at United Vein & Vascular Centers. Board-certified in vascular and interventional radiology, Dr. Zambuto has more than 20 years of experience treating vascular disease and helping patients manage complex vein and circulatory conditions. Finding out that a blood clot was detected during an ultrasound can bring up […]
Understanding Blood Clots: Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, and Warning Signs
Medically reviewed by Dr. Domenic Zambuto, National Medical Director at United Vein & Vascular Centers. Board-certified in vascular and interventional radiology, Dr. Zambuto has more than 20 years of experience treating vascular disease and helping patients manage complex vein and circulatory conditions. Recent sports news involving a professional athlete’s blood clot diagnosis has brought attention to […]
Blood Clot or Charlie Horse? How to Tell the Difference
Medically reviewed by Dr. Domenic Zambuto, National Medical Director at United Vein & Vascular Centers. Board-certified in vascular and interventional radiology, Dr. Zambuto has more than 20 years of experience treating vascular disease and helping patients manage complex vein and circulatory conditions. A painful calf cramp might seem like an ordinary Charlie horse (also spelled Charley […]
Broken Blood Vessel vs. Blood Clot: How to Know the Difference
A sudden mark on the skin, new swelling, or unexpected leg pain can be alarming. Many people wonder whether they are dealing with a broken blood vessel, a bruise, a visible vein issue, or something more serious like a blood clot. While some broken blood vessels are minor and may improve on their own, blood […]
Ask the Doc: Why Does My Leg Feel Warm to the Touch? With Dr. Elizabeth Harvey
Welcome back to Ask the Doc, an educational series from United Vein & Vascular Centers designed to provide clear, physician-led answers to common questions about vein and vascular health. Each week, a UVVC physician explains everyday symptoms and what they may mean medically. In this installment, Dr. Elizabeth Harvey addresses a symptom that can sometimes cause concern: “Why does part of my […]