Interactive Guide

Blood Clots:
What You Need to Know

This guide is for you if you have or are at risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE) or other blood clots. This guide is not meant to replace the important information you receive from your healthcare professional. The good news is that you can prevent blood clots and live a full life.

Instructions on how to use the guide:
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Chapters

What is VTE?

Learn what venous thromboembolism (VTE) is and what causes it.

Signs and Symptoms

Learn what symptoms to look out for and what to do if you have them.

Risk Factors

Explore what can put you at risk for VTE and other blood clots.

Ways to Prevent VTE and Other Blood Clots

Review what you can do to help prevent blood clots.

Medical Tests

Examine the many tests used to diagnose VTE.

Treatments

Explore the different ways you can treat VTE, including common medicines.

Additional Resources

Find additional resources to help you manage your VTE.

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Independent grant from Bristol Myers Squibb – Pfizer Alliance

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