Post-thrombotic syndrome is a condition that people can develop after they have a deep vein thrombosis (a type of blood clot). It can happen weeks or months after the initial clot.
Symptoms
Symptoms of post-thrombotic syndrome include:
- Leg pain, especially pain that's worse when you stand
- Leg swelling
- Itchiness or tingling in your leg
- Leg cramps
- Dark or red skin on your leg
Treatment
Compression therapy is the main treatment for post-thrombotic syndrome. This involves wearing prescription-grade compression socks during the day on the affected leg.
If you have a major blockage in the vein, you may need surgery to remove it.
Risk Factors
Post-thrombotic syndrome is a complication of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). However, not everyone with a DVT will develop this syndrome. Things that raise your risk of post-thrombotic syndrome after a DVT include:
- Being overweight or obese
- Having more than one DVT
- A DVT above your knee
- Having symptoms from your DVT
- Not taking blood thinners
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Vascular Medicine Center
A center providing vascular care, including diagnosis and treatment for conditions such as peripheral artery disease, aneurysms, and blood vessel disorders, with coordinated servi…
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Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
A program within the Vascular Medicine Center providing vascular and endovascular surgery, including diagnosis and treatment for conditions such as aneurysms, peripheral artery di…