Raising Awareness of the Dangers of Thrombosis: World Thrombosis Day and Its Importance

Thrombosis is a dangerous condition that causes long-term effects on the body. From the level of disability to the level of death. World Thrombosis Day is therefore organized to raise awareness of the dangers of this disease.

World Thrombosis Day falls on October 13 every year. It was first established in 2014 with the goal of creating public awareness of clogged arteries. Medical and public health personnel In order to help reduce unnecessary death and disability from clogged arteries. Through creating awareness of causes, risk factors, symptom presentation, and symptom prevention and treatment.

clogged arteries It is the source of serious diseases that kill many people, such as ischemic heart disease. ischemic stroke and blood clots in the veins With deep vein thrombosis, symptoms include swelling and pain in one leg. And if the blood clot in the leg escapes and blocks the pulmonary artery It can cause symptoms of shortness of breath, chest pain, unconsciousness and sudden death, according to a report from the International Association of Vascular Thrombosis and Hemostatic Systems. (International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis : ISTH) found that 1 in 4 people around the world Died from blood clots.

clogged arteries What is the cause?

The causes of deep vein thrombosis are many factors, divided into 4 parts:

60% The most common finding of post-surgery recovery is patients who are confined to bed for a long time. Causes 40% of the blood to not flow. There are common causes including genetics. Taking hormones such as birth control pills that contain female hormones (estrogen) which makes the blood clot easily in cancer patients It is caused by the cancer growing and pressing on the veins. And tumors can create chemicals that make the blood clot easily in people who have not been physically active for a long time. including increasing age Increased weight also carries an increased risk.

Blood clots can occur in any area. It most often occurs in the legs. In addition, blocked blood vessels can flow to various parts. of the body, such as the lungs, in the abdomen, in the brain, in the arms, etc.

Who is at risk for clogged arteries?

Elderly people (vascular degeneration), overweight people, smokers, estrogen exposure from birth control pills or hormones used to treat menopausal symptoms, drink less water (May contribute to blood viscosity) Cancer patients, patients after major surgery or being hospitalized, lying still Staying in one place for a long time. Sitting in one place for a long time. without moving, such as flying long distances Or sit and do certain activities continuously for too long, elderly people, people who sit in the same position for a long time. bedridden patient cancer patient is a risk group that must be careful of suffering from clogged arteries.

Symptoms of clogged arteries in various areas

Legs, feeling pain in the calves or thighs, legs and feet, swelling and heat on one side that can be seen in the stomach. I have pain in my stomach and brain. have a headache Vomiting or seizures Symptoms include fatigue, heart palpitations, rapid breathing, chest pain, or coughing up blood, coughing up blood, etc. Thirty percent of patients will die immediately. If you have any of the above symptoms, you should hurry to see a doctor immediately. There is swelling in one arm.

How to prevent blood clots

clogged arteries Basic protection can be done by yourself in the following ways.

You should stand up and walk every 2 hours and drink lots of water. The body should not be dehydrated. Because it can cause blood clots if you are unable to get up and walk. There should be leg exercises such as stretching the legs and moving the toes up by themselves. Massage your muscles regularly, refrain from smoking, refrain from drinking alcohol, control your weight appropriately, and exercise regularly. In order for the blood to have good circulation

As for patients who stay in the hospital for a long time causing the body to rarely move or patients undergoing surgery cancer patient This group is a group of people at risk of developing deep vein thrombosis. The doctor will already give you preventative medicine.

Although “Venous Thrombosis” is a disease that is not often found, But there is danger. and may die Therefore, you should always prepare your body to be strong. Avoid risk factors that cause disease. And if abnormalities are found to occur with the body You should immediately see a doctor.

Reference information: Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital Mahidol University, Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, Bangkok Hospital

2023-10-12 17:43:11

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