Deep Vein Thrombosis: The Sneaky Blood Clot You Don't Want

Deep Vein Thrombosis: The Sneaky Blood Clot You Don't Want Ever heard of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? No? Well, consider yourself lucky! It’s not exactly the kind of thing you want an invitation to. But hey, life is unpredictable, so let’s talk about it—just in case your body ever decides to throw you a surprise party (and not the fun kind). What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis? Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs. Think of it as a tiny traffic jam in your bloodstream. If that clot decides to break free and travel to your lungs, it can cause a pulmonary embolism—which is as dangerous as it sounds.