Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Causes and Risk Factors
- DVT
Why DVT Develops
DVT usually forms due to blood flow slowing down, the blood becoming more prone to clotting, or damage to the vein wall. Immobility (long flights, bed rest, long sitting periods) is one of the most common triggers. Surgery, injury, and central venous catheters also increase the risk by damaging veins or restricting movement.
Hormonal influences such as birth control pills, HRT, and pregnancy increase clotting tendency. Meanwhile, cancer, chemotherapy, autoimmune diseases, smoking, and obesity all contribute to a higher risk by affecting circulation and clotting mechanisms.
Who Is Most at Risk
People over 40, those with varicose veins, smokers, individuals with genetic clotting disorders, and anyone with a family or personal history of DVT are at significantly higher risk. In Singapore — where long-haul travel and office-based sedentary routines are common — understanding and mitigating these risks is essential.
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