10 Warning Signs of a Blood Clot That Can’t Be Ignored

Although it’s usually necessary to have several symptoms to diagnose DVT, the only sign of this serious disease you might have is pain. Pain from a blood clot can be easily mistaken for a muscle cramp, but this kind of pain more often occurs when you are walking or flexing your feet upward.

4. Swelling in a limb

3. Red streaks on your skin

2. Vomiting

Vomiting could be a sign of having a blood clot in your abdomen. This condition is called mesenteric ischemia, and it is usually coupled with severe pain in the abdominal area. If your intestines don’t get enough blood supply, you may also experience nausea and even have blood in your stool.

1. Partial or complete blindness in an eye

Painless loss of vision in one of your eyes is usually a sign of central retinal artery occlusion. It is considered a serious medical emergency, especially if you have such additional symptoms as vertigo and problems with keeping your balance.

If you notice one of these signs, visit a doctor as soon as possible. Remember that a blood clot can be lethal if you don’t treat it properly and immediately.