Recognize the danger of blood clotting in advance:-
Several cases of blood clotting have been reported in severely infected patients of Covid-19. Many serious health problems arise due to the formation of clots in the blood. However, the risk of blood clots can be reduced by taking care of some things.
There is a network of blood vessels in our body, in which blood continues to flow throughout life. Normally this blood does not come out of the body. Whenever we get hurt or any part of the body is cut, our body itself makes a plug, due to which the bleeding stops and the blood circulation system continues to do its work smoothly. When a blood clot is formed outside the body, it is beneficial for our life, but if this clot is formed inside the body then it becomes fatal.
Blood Clotting :-
In general terms, a blood clot is a clump of blood in which liquid blood thickens to a gel or semi-liquid state. Clotting is an essential process that helps the body stop bleeding. But once a blood clot starts forming in the arteries and veins of the body, it does not dissolve on its own. It can also be fatal. Sometimes blood clots reach elsewhere from where they are formed. When blood clots form very easily and interfere with the flow of blood from one place to another in the body, it is called accessive blood clotting or hypercoagulation. In such a situation, it becomes necessary to contact the doctor immediately. When a blood clot forms in the arteries, it is called an arterial clot. When this clot forms, symptoms such as severe pain, paralysis or numbness of some part appear immediately. Heart attack or stroke may occur. When a blood clot forms in the veins, it is called a venous clot. These clots are formed. It can also cause serious problems. The most serious clot that forms in a vein is deep vein thrombosis (DVT). It mostly develops in the leg, but can also occur in the hand, pelvis or brain. Swelling of hands or feet can occur due to clot formation in the veins, veins start to emerge, the skin becomes red. In addition to being a sharp pain, the area feels hot to the touch.
The risk increases if...
• If you haven't moved for a long time.
• Recently had surgery.
• Age 65 years or more.
• Are taking contraceptive hormones.
•Cancer is being treated or has been done.
-Whose weight is more than normal. Lie down or sit for a long time.
• Has had a stroke or paralysis.
• Have heart problems.
• A blood clot has already formed. have a genetic reason.
-Have a smoke Covid-19 infection.
Clots that form inside the body are also called abnormal blood clotting. This could be dangerous. blood clot in legs lungs or brain can reach. Different symptoms and effects appear depending on where the clot occurs.
Clot formation in the arteries of the heart :-
When the blood flow is completely or partially blocked, due to the formation of clots in the arteries that supply blood to the heart, it does not supply oxygen to the heart and increases the risk of heart attack. If the blood flow is completely blocked then it is called a heart attack and if it is partially then it is called angina. Blood clots are the cause of 80-90 percent of heart attacks.
Symptoms:
Sharp pain in the center of the chest Pain in the abdomen, it may spread to the shoulder. Reversed arm, neck, jaw and back pain Rapid pulse, • Sweating, • Extremely agitated
Blood clot in the lungs :-
A blood clot that forms in the lungs is called pulmonary embolism. The area where the clot forms can be damaged due to interruption of blood flow.
Symptoms:-
• Difficulty in breathing; Chest pain. Rapid heartbeat, mild fever, dry cough or coughing up blood.
Blood clots in the brain:-
In this, blood clots form in the brain or the clot is formed somewhere else and later reaches the brain. A blood clot in the brain blocks blood flow, which increases the risk of brain stroke.
Symptoms:-
Paralysis in one part of the body.
• Numbness of one side of the face.
• Sudden and severe headache, sometimes accompanied by dizziness and vomiting.
• lack of balance; to fall suddenly
• Difficulty speaking. This symptom is called aphasia. In this the left side of the brain is affected.
•Stroke sometimes leads to loss of vision in one eye, which can be permanent or temporary.
• Sometimes things appear double due to ischemic stroke. Sometimes a blood clot also forms in the eye, which can lead to loss of vision.
Prevention of blood clotting :-
• Eat a balanced and nutritious diet.
• Raise your feet about six inches above the heart 2-3 times a day. .
•exercise regularly.
• Change your currency regularly. Do not sit or stand continuously for more than an hour at a time. Do not sit with cross-crosses continuously.
• Eat less salt.
• Do not use pillows under the knees. ..Wear loose and comfortable clothes.
• Get your blood sugar and cholesterol levels and blood pressure checked regularly and keep it under control.
Treatment of a blood clot :-
In the treatment of a blood clot, the clot is dissolved inside the body. When it is not possible to dissolve it, it is removed by surgery.
Blood thinners or anti-coagulants:- Treatment usually consists of blood thinners, also known as blood thinners, anticoagulants. Blood thinners also have side effects, with bleeding being the most common problem.
Surgery:- When it is not possible to dissolve the blood clot with medicines, then it is removed by surgery.
Stents:- Sometimes when blood vessels get blocked due to a clot, our specialist inserts a stent to keep them open.
Did you know:-
• According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), vitamin K helps in blood clotting. Due to this reason the bleeding stops when there is injury etc. But, it does not play a role in the formation of clots inside the body.
• It has been revealed in many researches that there are some chemicals in onions, apples and oranges, which prevent blood clotting. Garlic, ginger, cinnamon also help in keeping the blood thin. Hence it is called anti-coagulant. They also help in keeping BP under control.
• The rutin found in black and green tea prevents blood clot formation. It is effective in the treatment of stroke and heart attack.
• According to a research published in the journal Nature, red meat or cheese slows down the flow of blood. Also, due to these, the blood platelets start sticking.
COVID-19 and blood clotting:-
The risk of blood clots has been seen to be higher in patients seriously infected with Covid-19. According to a research conducted at Ohio University in the US, this infection activates those cells, which are involved in the clotting process. According to a study published in The Lancet Haematology, this may be due to the increase in the amount of markers related to clotting in corona infected patients. These markers are associated with activation of the innermost layer of blood vessels (endothelial cells) and platelets. Both endothelial cells and platelets are necessary to initiate the clotting process. The amount of these markers is higher in patients infected with the corona virus, who are admitted to the ICU. Platelets become hyperactive in people suffering from this infection. Blood clots caused by Covid-19 increase the risk of stroke and heart attack.