What are the symptoms of having a blood clot in the lung?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
What are the symptoms of having a blood clot in the lung?
Kindly help.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
The common signs and symptoms of having a blood clot in the lung (pulmonary embolism) include:
- Shortness of breath that appears suddenly and worsens with exertion.
- Chest pain that worsens when you breathe deeply, cough, eat, bend or stoop.
- Cough might be associated with bloody or blood-tinged sputum.
- Other signs and symptoms that can occur with pulmonary embolism are:
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- Clammy or discolored skin (cyanosis).
- Leg pain or swelling or both.
- Excessive sweating.
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat.
- Lightheadedness or dizziness.
Thank you.
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
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