DVT is a life threatening condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in one of the large veins, usually in the lower limbs.
Travelers are especially in danger of developing DVT.
Keep reading to find out more about the hazards, symptoms and what you can do to reduce your risk for DVT.
Some of the biggest risk factors include long airplane flights, dehydration and restricted mobility, which is why it's sometimes called "economy-class syndrome."
In April of 2003, Melanie Bloom's husband David, a news correspondent for NBC, died at age 39 from complications of DVT while covering the war in Iraq.
Since then, Melanie has served as the National Patient Spokesperson on behalf of the Coalition to Prevent DVT and has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of how serious the condition can be.
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