| Pulmonary Embolism |
| Why would a broken femur cause a pulmonary embolism? |
Actually, it is not so much bleeding from the femur that can cause a PE but the fact that globules of the fatty bone marrow inside the femur get released into the blood stream and as the blood goes... |
| Will the army accept me if I have suffered a pulmonary embolism and am at risk for DVT? |
Probably not, they are very strict about stuff like that. I would go and see but I think they probably wont. They kick people out for sleep walking and peeing the bed. Your condition is a bit mor... |
| Can anyone tell me if thieve experienced Pulmonary Embolism and if so what was the outcome.? |
I had a hysterectomy July 10, 2006. About a week and a half later I developed a very sharp pain in my right side and my right shoulder, I couldn't take a deep breath......it hurt too much.
I ... |
| Am i having a pulmonary embolism? |
First, if you had a pulmonary embolism, you'd be in no shape to be sitting at your PC and typing; most likely you'd be dead by now. Your symptoms sound more like severe hypertension and/o... |
| What is a bilateral pulmonary embolism? |
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is an extremely common and highly lethal condition that is a leading cause of death in all age groups. A good clinician actively seeks the diagnosis as soon as any suspicion... |
| What effect would a pulmonary embolism have on pressure within the cardiovascular system? |
This is a tricky question. If the embolism is massive it will cause collapse and death. In the collapsed state the patient will have a low blood pressure. However, when the embolism is moderate, ta... |
| What is the recovery for a Pulmonary embolism? |
A pulmonary embolism (PE) typically occurs when a blood clot breaks off into the pulmonary blood vessels. In the acute phase, PEs are treated using anticoagulation (typically a heparin product). ... |
| I was just diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary embolisms.? |
first off: I am sorry to hear about your issues and I can tell that you are a strong person and have a lot to live for.
Second I have had blood clots in my lungs as well, it is very scary but f... |
| Can pulmonary embolisms return? |
pulmonary embolism is blood clot in the lungs, what happens is the clot blocks the blood vessels in the lungs, and therefore this stops the oxygenated blood from circulating and the person can be v... |
| Can Pulmonary embolisms be caused by stress? |
Not directly.
Perhaps indirectly (in a VERY roundabout way). ... |
| Has anyone worked with some who was diagnosed with Pulmonary Hypertension. What is the quality of life? |
First of all, I assure you that you have been very lucky to have recovered from a pulmonary embolism. This is usually fatal with delayed treatment. This is often an unwanted complication after surg... |
| What is mild tricuspid regurgitation,trace pulmonary valve insufficiency,atrial septrum is aneurysmal,? |
minldan - Oh my, I'm sure Sandy A meant well but a lot of what she wrote is not quite correct, so DON'T PANIC! In truth, the echocardiographic findings that you mention are all fairly be... |
| If someone has Pulminary Embolism would they qualify for SS benefits or Disability benefits? |
While what you wrote is true, it's not necessarily debilitating in the long term.
It could take several months to completely dissolve the clots, but once dissolved you could be your old ... |
| What is the survival rate/ chances for a 25 yr old male with a pulmonary embolism? |
First of all, the chances of surviving a pulmonary embolism(PE) are good in the long term if it doesn't kill you immediately. PEs are very dangerous in that they happen very suddenly. A clot i... |
| Does any1 know the symptoms you would get if u had a pulmonary embolism? |
shortness of breath, either at rest or with exertion; typically of sudden onset, chest pain in any area of the chest, front or back, upper or lower; typically worse on taking a deep breath in, coug... |
| If a patient is after hemorrhagic stroke, and presents with pulmonary embolism, should he be put on coumadin? |
The neurosurgeon and the pulmonologist really need to confer about this one, and fast.
You don't say what the hemorrhage is due to (aneurysm or hypertensive bleed), or how long ago it happene... |
| Eating on Coumadin? |
You can eat salad occasionally. I know because my husband is on Coumadin. But you can only eat it in moderation. Like twice a week. I'm sure they told you that you have to get your blood ch... |
| Is Left Ventricular Hypertrophy's reversible.....and is Right Bundle Branch Block reversible...? |
As the nurse above said, no and no. The toast is burnt...no real undoing it, surgery or not. As far as blood pressure control without medication...there are rare individuals who loose a great dea... |
| Shortness of breath sometimes, Scared for it to be a blood clot in the lungs? |
Acute anxiety can cause shortness of breath.
Why would you suspect a pulmonary embolism? Are you overweight? Do you have high blood pressure, do you have any kind of circulation problems at all?... |
| Is a diastolic blood pressure of 59 too low? |
Please don't worry yourself, K? Diastolic normally runs 60-90, yours is on the border, not to worry. Some very healthy people have BP that run a little low, other could run a little high.
Ma... |
| Blood clot in leg. Tough question!!? |
Serious question. I only speak from experience. 50yo husband has Deep Vein Thrombosis. Several years ago he tho't he had a cramp in the calf of one leg. I even tried to massage it! VERY DANGE... |
| I have sever pain in both knees..no doctor really wants to do arthroscopic surgery.. history of ( D.V.T.)..? |
YOu may not like what i have to say, but this is facts...
First of all you need to stop smoking..it adds to all your health problems..you need a total make over of you health.
you need to los... |
| What is this disease? |
Pulmonary embolism, or PE, isn't a disease at all. It can be fatal. PE is a condition that occurs when an artery in a lung becomes blocked by a blood clot. Usually this clot originates in th... |
| I Had HIP SURGERY AND HAD DVT'S AND PULMONARY EMBOLISMS, NOW I NEED A 2ND SURGERY AND WANT TO PUT IN A FILTER |
What is an IVC filter?
IVC stands for inferior vena cava, a major blood vessel that returns blood from the lower body to the heart. An IVC filter is a small piece of metal that can be put into t... |
| What happens if? |
The short answer is Stroke or death. Hit this link:
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| Coumadin (warfarin) questions...? |
Whether you will be on it for life will depend on several factors, your doctor will do tests later in order to be able to advice you on that.
It isn't unusual to have to take it for life.
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| Am I depressed? |
It is not the season to be depressed Beachie, snap out of it and join the merriment.
Merry Christmas to you! ... |
| Did you hear what happened to isaac Hanson?!?!?!? |
Yes, it is terrible. I would have never suspected that Isaac Hanson would be of the body type to have a pulmonary embolism. They are caused by other things, though. Such as an air bubble in an I... |
| Have not had period in over 3 months? |
When I was trying to get pregnant for my son, I took chasetree berry and wild yam to regulate my periods. It worked! He's 8 now.
These are herbs, like from GNC. ... |
| Some doctor for a help? |
Blood thinners like heparin would be the most help for a pulmonary embolism. It might dissolve the clot. But an embolism is serious and should be treated by a doctor in a hospital. ... |
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