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Deep Vein Thrombosis
A deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body. This portion of the eMedTV library provides an in-depth look at this condition, including information about its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Deep Vein Thrombosis Diagnosis
As this eMedTV article explains, your doctor may ask about your medical history, perform an exam, and order certain tests when diagnosing deep vein thrombosis. This page describes the process of diagnosing this type of blood clot.
Deep Vein Thrombosis Prevention
As this eMedTV article explains, an important part of deep vein thrombosis prevention is being aware of the risk factors for the condition, such as being overweight or having to stay in bed for a long time. This page offers a list of risk factors.
Deep Vein Thrombosus
Deep vein thrombosis is a condition that involves a blood clot forming in a deep vein. This eMedTV segment offers some basic facts about this condition. Deep vein thrombosus is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.
Deep Vein Thrombus
This eMedTV segment explains that deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot in a vein deep in the body) usually occurs in the leg or hip veins. A link to more information is also included. Deep vein thrombus is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.
Deep Vein Trombosis
If a blood clot forms in a vein deep within the body, it's called a deep vein thrombosis. This eMedTV page provides a brief overview of this condition and links to more information. Deep vein trombosis is a common misspelling of deep vein thrombosis.
Diagnosing Hemophilia
As explained on this eMedTV page, a doctor diagnosing hemophilia will usually review the patient's personal and family medical history, conduct a physical exam, and order blood tests. This article explains how hemophilia is diagnosed and classified.
Diagnosing Varicose Veins
As this eMedTV page explains, your healthcare provider will consider your medical history and results of your physical exam when diagnosing varicose veins. This article also discusses how the use of ultrasound can assist in the diagnostic process.
Difference Between Coumadin and Lovenox
Lovenox (enoxaparin) is much less likely to cause drug interactions than Coumadin. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at other important differences between Lovenox and Coumadin, including cost variations and when each drug may be recommended.
Drug Interactions With Pralatrexate
Low blood cell counts and toxicity problems may occur if you combine pralatrexate with certain drugs. This eMedTV article describes other interactions that may result when pralatrexate is given with salicylates, certain vaccines, and other products.
Drug Interactions With Pyridoxine
Phenytoin, amiodarone, and phenobarbital may cause drug interactions with pyridoxine. As this eMedTV page explains, pyridoxine may reduce the effectiveness of these drugs or increase the risk of certain side effects, including sensitivity to the sun.
Drug Interactions With Rivaroxaban
Motrin, Advil, and Aleve can cause negative drug interactions when taken with rivaroxaban. This eMedTV page lists other products that can react with rivaroxaban, describes the complications that may occur, and discusses ways to avoid potential problems.

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