If a person has symptoms of DVT, they should speak with a doctor.
A pulmonary embolism (PE) is a serious complication of DVT that happens when a part of the blood clot breaks off and trels through the bloodstream to a person’s lungs. This can cause a blockage in the blood vessels present in the lungs.
If the clot is small, a person can recover with appropriate treatment. However, if the clot is large, it can stop blood from reaching the lungs, which can be fatal.
A person can develop PE even without any symptoms of DVT. Symptoms of a PE include:
difficulty breathinga heartbeat that is irregular or faster than normalchest painanxietycoughing, which may contain bloodlightheadednessfaintingblue lips or nailsA person should seek immediate medical help if they experience these symptoms.