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FAQ: Is It Normal To Have Symptoms After The Clots Are Gone?

7/4/2016

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The time that it takes pulmonary embolisms to go away and the time that it takes to heal from a pulmonary embolism are different.  Blood clots in your lungs and DVTs cause damage.  The damage is what causes symptoms.  Blood clots in your lungs can cause heart damage, lung damage, and psychological damage.  A deep vein thrombosis can cause vein damage and valve damage.  Both of these conditions may cause your to become less active.  Lowered activity causes deconditioning and fatigue.

Symptoms of your blood clots will last longer than the clot itself.  Bodies often dissolve clots pretty quickly.  After the clot is gone your body goes to work healing the damage.  Healing can take a long time and may include fatigue, pain, and clot symptoms.  Talk to your doctor about your healing and your symptoms as it is possible that he or she can help you have a less irritating recovery.

While your blood clots are gone, the damage is not gone.  Be patient and keep your doctor informed about your recovery.  Gradually increase activity as you are able.  Most survivors find the symptoms have greatly improved 1-2 years post diagnosis.  Remember that your body is healing from major trauma.  Think about how tired a cold can make you for weeks after the cold is gone.  Now remember that a cold causes much less damage to your body.
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Joan Sandilands
7/5/2016 01:47:24 am

I have left lung damage after Bilateral Pulmonary Embolism s. 19 months ago ...pain has reared its head and appears to feel worse especially after activity but GP doesn't seem concerned ...but I have little faith in GPs after 5 months pre BPE being misdiagnosed and not listened to

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Lena
7/5/2016 01:53:58 pm

If you don't trust your GP it is time to find a new one. You need to have a strong working relationship with your doctor.

PE is very difficult to diagnose. It doesn't have one perfect set of symptoms.

If you are concerned about ongoing problems get a referral to a pulmonologist and look for a new GP. Both can give you a new outlook.

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Lena
8/14/2016 12:27:26 pm

If you aren't confident with your doctor look for a second opinion. It is important to have a good relationship with your doctor.

Sometimes things can be difficult to diagnose. You can ask for a referral to a specialist if you aren't getting answers.

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Avery B link
10/2/2021 09:15:38 am

Thank you ffor sharing this

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