The laboratory known as AstraZeneca A few days ago he publicly admitted in a British court that his vaccine against him Covid-19 can cause cases of thrombosis in “very rare cases“, according to court documents cited by the British media The Telegraph.
Below we will tell you what the symptoms of this condition are, remember that during the pandemic, people who were immunized with this active ingredient reported having developed health problems, mainly related to thrombosis.
What is venous thrombosis?
According to information from the United States National Library of Medicinethrombosis syndrome, consists of the formation of clots within the bloodstreams, and mainly It affects the large veins in the lower legs and thighs.
And although it may not be considered a serious condition, it should be noted that the formation of clots is a very dangerous event that can lead to death if they are not detected in time.
According to data from the Navarra University Clinic, the Venous thrombosis is the third cause of cardiovascular death after acute myocardial infarction and stroke.. However, it can be prevented and treated.
What are the symptoms of venous thrombosis?
They could be a sign of a deep vein clot or pulmonary embolism if there is:
- Swelling in the leg or along a vein in the leg.
- Pain or tenderness in your leg, which you may feel only when standing or walking.
- Increased temperature in the area of the leg that is swollen or painful Red or discolored skin on the leg.
- Unexplained shortness of breath.
- Pain when breathing deeply.
- Cough up blood.
- Dyspnea and occasionally hemoptysis as manifestations of pulmonary embolism.
Who can suffer from it?
Elderly people are more likely to suffer from thrombosis, or people with prolonged immobilization, such as in cases of cerebral infarction or heart failure, even pregnant women.
How is venous thromboembolism diagnosed?
To detect venous thromboembolism, a clinical diagnosis is currently carried out, which includes analytical tests and radiological studies, since the presence of isolated symptoms and/or signs is not enough to determine said condition.
For this reason, complementary tests are always necessary, with venous ultrasound (quickly performed, painless and highly sensitive) and spiral CT being essential to rule out pulmonary embolism.
How can it be prevented?
The United States National Library of Medicine recommends:
- Move your legs frequently during long trips and in situations where you are sitting or lying down for long periods of time.
- Take anticoagulants that the doctor prescribes.
- Avoid smoking, since smoking increases the risk of blood clotting.
So carry out favorable practices that help prevent the deterioration of your health, such as exercise and a good diet, which may include the consumption of garlic, onion, turmeric or ginger, since due to their properties they help to avoid blood clots and coronary risks.
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By: Sarai Salazar
