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HEALTHJun 18 · 13:02 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTEViv Williams, LeAnne Gendreau

Doctor explains blood clot risks during air travel, prevention tips

Long-distance air travel increases blood clot risks, particularly for pulmonary embolism, which can be fatal if untreated. Doctors recommend hydration, movement, and compression stockings to mitigate risks, while high-risk individuals may receive blood thinners. Key factors include slow blood flow, blood vessel injury, and hypercoagulant states.

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Dr. Robert McBainpersonDr. Rhea RogerspersonMayo Clinicorganizationpulmonary embolismtopicdeep vein thrombosistopicAging Untoldorganizationhypercoagulant statetopiccompression stockingstopic
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