What is World Thrombosis Day?
The overlooked medical condition of thrombosis is highlighted on World Thrombosis Day, October 13th. Many people affected by thrombosis are also able to share their stories on this day.
Thrombosis, a medical disorder in which blood clots block the blood vessels, is a medical disorder in which blood clots block the blood vessels. Both thrombosis and arterial thrombosis are two forms of thrombosis. Venous thrombosis occurs when the blood clot blocks a vein. When the blood clot blocks an artery it is called arterial thrombosis.
Thrombosis kills up to 900,000 people each year in the United States alone. Many people with venous thrombosis will suffer with lifelong problems. The skin's discoloration can be caused by swelling, pain, and discoloration of the skin. Every year, up to 100,000 people in the United States die of thrombosis. On a global basis, 1 in 4 people dies from thrombosis-related diseases.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is one of the most common forms of thrombosis. DVT is one of the most common causes of DVT.
