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What Is The Best Way To Avoid Pulmonary Embolism?

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Posted on Tue, 21 Apr 2015
Question: What is the best way to avoid future Pulmonary Embolism after having one?
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Answered by Dr. Urszula Stanko (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You have a proper treatment.

Detailed Answer:
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The best way to avoid pulmonary embolism is taking anticoagulant as warfarin which your doctor has prescribed you. This should stop forming new blood clots.

Also remember about drinking fluids and physical activity. Try to avoid long car trips.

You can wear compression stockings to improve blood flow in your legs. Also leg elevation may help.

Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
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Dr. Urszula Stanko

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What Is The Best Way To Avoid Pulmonary Embolism?

Brief Answer: You have a proper treatment. Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome to Healthcare Magic. The best way to avoid pulmonary embolism is taking anticoagulant as warfarin which your doctor has prescribed you. This should stop forming new blood clots. Also remember about drinking fluids and physical activity. Try to avoid long car trips. You can wear compression stockings to improve blood flow in your legs. Also leg elevation may help. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.