Thromboembolism

Thromboembolism occurs when a blood clot travels through the bloodstream and blocks a vessel, interrupting flow to an organ or tissue. It is a condition that can seriously compromise circulation.

Common symptoms: They depend on the area affected and include swelling and pain in one leg, sudden difficulty breathing, chest pain, or palpitations.

When to see a doctor? In the case of sudden difficulty breathing, chest pain, or painful swelling in a limb, it is an emergency that requires immediate care.

Which specialist treats it? The angiologist and the vascular surgeon address vessel involvement, while the hematologist, the internist, the nephrologist, and the critical care specialist may take part depending on the situation; in an emergency, the emergency physician provides initial care. It is best not to postpone seeing a professional when these signs appear.