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DVT (Blood Clot in the Leg) - emedicinehealth.com

DVT or deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot in the leg. The causes of the condition are many, for example, trauma, prolonged periods of immobility, and advanced age. Signs and symptoms of a blood clot in the leg are redness, swelling, pain, and warmth around the area of the clot. DVT usually can be treated with drug therapy.