Search results for blood clots
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DVT (deep vein thrombosis)
Find out more about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot in a vein, usually in the leg.
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Cavernous sinus thrombosis
Read about cavernous sinus thrombosis, which is a blood clot in the cavernous sinuses that can be life-threatening.
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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), also known as Hughes syndrome, is a disorder of the immune system that causes an increased risk of blood clots.
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Anticoagulant medicines - Uses
Anticoagulant medicines are used if your blood is clotting too quickly. When this happens, blood clots can form in the wrong places.
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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) - Treatment
Treatment for antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) aims to reduce your risk of having more blood clots.
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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) - Symptoms
Symptoms of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) include blood clots, and in women, problems in pregnancy.
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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) - Diagnosis
It is very important that an accurate diagnosis of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is made. This is because the blood clots that occur as a result of APS can have serious consequences.
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Anticoagulant medicines
Anticoagulants are medicines that reduce the ability of the blood to clot. Read about why they're used, how you take them and what you need to bear in mind while taking them.
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Thrombophilia
Find out about thrombophilia, including what symptoms it causes and how it is treated.
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Common questions about warfarin
NHS medicines information on common questions about warfarin.