Blood clots are one of the most preventable yet life-threatening health conditions affecting millions of Americans each year. Despite their prevalence, public awareness remains low, and many lives are lost because symptoms are ignored or misunderstood. The American Blood Clot Association (ABCA) is dedicated to changing that reality. As a nonprofit blood clot charity, the […] The post The American Blood Clot Association: Blood Clot Charity appeared first on American Blood Clot Association.| American Blood Clot Association
A blood clot in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract is a serious medical condition that can lead to life-threatening complications if not treated promptly. Known medically as mesenteric thrombosis or mesenteric venous thrombosis (MVT), this condition involves the formation of a blood clot in one of the veins or arteries supplying blood to the intestines. Depending […] The post Blood Clot in the Gastrointestinal Tract: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on American Blood Clot Associa...| American Blood Clot Association
A blood clot in the bicep is a serious medical condition that can lead to complications if not identified and treated promptly. Although blood clots are more commonly associated with the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism), they can also develop in the arms, including the bicep area. This condition is medically known […] The post Blood Clots in the Bicep: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on American Blood Clot Association.| American Blood Clot Association
The Fear of Getting Another Blood Clot: A Deep Dive into Anxiety, Risk, and Recovery For individuals who have experienced a blood clot—whether deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), or another form—the aftermath can be filled with fear, anxiety, and uncertainty. One of the most common and persistent concerns is the fear of developing […] The post The Fear of Getting Another Blood Clot: A Deep Dive into Anxiety, Risk, and Recovery appeared first on American Blood Clot Assoc...| American Blood Clot Association
Sharing Your Blood Clot Story with the American Blood Clot Association: Turning Pain into Purpose Each year, hundreds of thousands of people in the United States are affected by blood clots—silent threats that can quickly become life-threatening if not recognized and treated in time. Whether it’s a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), or […] The post Sharing Your Blood Clot Story with the American Blood Clot Association: Turning Pain into Purpose appeared first on Americ...| American Blood Clot Association
Understanding Family Testing for Clotting Disorders Blood clotting is a vital process that prevents excessive bleeding when we’re injured. But when this process malfunctions—either by causing too much clotting or not enough—it can lead to serious health problems. Clotting disorders, also known as coagulation disorders, affect the blood’s ability to clot properly. These conditions can […] The post Understanding Family Testing for Clotting Disorders appeared first on American Blood Cl...| American Blood Clot Association
Blood Clots and IUDs: What You Need to Know Intrauterine devices (IUDs) have become one of the most popular forms of long-term birth control, thanks to their effectiveness, low maintenance, and longevity. However, as with any medical intervention, there are potential side effects and risks, one of which may include blood clots. While blood clots […] The post Blood Clots and IUDs: What You Need to Know appeared first on American Blood Clot Association.| American Blood Clot Association
Top 10 Signs You Might Have a Blood Clot in Your Leg (DVT) Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a potentially serious condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, most commonly in the legs. If left untreated, DVT can lead to serious complications, including pulmonary embolism (PE), a life-threatening condition that […] The post Top 10 Signs You Might Have a Blood Clot in Your Leg (DVT) appeared first on American Blood Clot Association.| American Blood Clot Association
The Top 10 Signs of a Blood Clot: What You Need to Know Blood clots are gel-like clumps of blood that have changed from a liquid to a semi-solid state. While clotting is a natural and essential process that stops bleeding when you’re injured, some blood clots form inappropriately inside veins or arteries. These can […] The post The Top 10 Signs of a Blood Clot: What You Need to Know appeared first on American Blood Clot Association.| American Blood Clot Association
Vaping has become a prevalent habit, particularly among young adults and former smokers seeking a less harmful alternative to traditional cigarettes. However, emerging research has raised significant concerns about the potential health risks associated with vaping, including its impact on cardiovascular health. One of the most alarming issues linked to vaping is its potential to […] The post Blood Clots from Vaping: Understanding the Health Risks appeared first on American Blood Clot Associ...| American Blood Clot Association
The American Blood Clot Association is a nonprofit blood clot charity dedicated to educating and increasing blood clot, dvt, and pulmonary embolism awareness.| American Blood Clot Association
Can smoking cause blood clots? Does smoking influence the viscosity or thickness of the blood? Blood clots form for a variety of reasons and some of those| American Blood Clot Association