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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) happens when blood clots form in certain veins in your body, usually those in the legs. A random variation in anatomy could cause left leg DVT in some patients, called May-Thurner Syndrome.

When blood flow in the arms & legs becomes inadequate to support the activities of daily life, you have peripheral artery disease. Though it’s potentially serious, it’s possible to improve your condition with lifestyle changes & medical treatment.

When you have a cut, scrape, or other injuries that last longer than four weeks, your medical caregivers consider it to be a non-healing wound. It’s likely caused by an underlying condition that interferes with normal recovery.

Swollen legs may surface after a long day on your feet. It’s not simply a sign of overwork, it may be a clue that the veins in your legs are starting to fail. Called venous insufficiency, vein failure leads to pooling blood and fluids in your legs.

Treating peripheral artery disease (PAD) as early as possible is key to reducing complications and living well with this potentially dangerous disease. Visiting a cardiovascular specialist is the first step.

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.