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pulmonary embolism

Patient Story

A new inspiration

After emergency care pinpointed an embolism and severe clotting, David Bell has committed himself to regular checkups and a healthier lifestyle.

Got your vacation stockings?

For those at risk of deep vein thrombosis, compression socks are the best way to alleviate the burdens of travel.

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‘We’re going to figure this out’

For Brenda Tuttle, unlocking the secret to her searing shoulder pain took persistence, an empathetic PA and a skilled neurosurgeon.

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‘We were lucky’

How a medical resident with a knack for forming relationships helped a "tough guy" welder battle pulmonary embolism.

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Breathing easy again

Brenda Tuttle’s shortness of breath remained a mystery for weeks until a CT scan revealed a pulmonary embolism.

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‘Something is wrong’

Blood clots in Amelia Logan’s leg and lungs deliver tough lessons about living with risk and waiting for answers.

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Inactivity a major danger with blood clots

Traveling to a sunny location? Sitting at your desk all day long? Do some leg pumps and listen up because deep vein thrombosis could affect you.

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The miracle after the miracle

Ashley Ruhlig shares how she beat the odds, had a baby, and survived serious complications from her congenital heart defect.