Archive · 10 Dec 2025
Mumbai Doctors Warn of Rising DVT Risk in Pregnant, Postpartum Women
Doctors in Mumbai are worried about a higher risk of a condition called Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in pregnant and postpartum women.
DVT happens when blood clots form in the deep veins, usually in the legs, and can be very dangerous if the clot moves to the lungs.
Pregnancy makes this risk higher because of hormonal changes, less movement, and the pressure from the growing baby.
Doctors say it's important to watch for signs like swelling or pain in the legs and to get medical help quickly.
They also suggest simple steps like walking regularly, doing exercises, and staying hydrated to help prevent DVT.
Early diagnosis and treatment can keep mothers safe and healthy.
Doctors in Mumbai are concerned about the rising risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in pregnant and postpartum women.
DVT is a serious condition where blood clots form in deep veins, usually in the legs, and can be life-threatening if the clot travels to the lungs.
Pregnancy increases the risk of DVT due to hormonal changes, reduced mobility, and pressure from the growing uterus on leg veins.
Symptoms of DVT include swelling in one leg, calf or thigh pain, warmth, redness, and a feeling of heaviness in the limbs.
Preventive measures include regular walking, prenatal exercises, avoiding prolonged sitting, frequent leg stretching, staying hydrated, and using compression stockings when advised.
- Who
- Pregnant and postpartum women in Mumbai
- What
- Rising risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- When
- During and after pregnancy
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- Due to hormonal changes, reduced mobility, and pressure from the growing uterus
- Condition
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Risk Factors
- Hormonal changes, reduced mobility, pressure from the growing uterus
- Global Incidence
- 1 in 500 to 2,000 pregnancies
- Symptoms
- Swelling in one leg, calf or thigh pain, warmth, redness, heaviness in limbs
- Diagnosis Method
- Doppler ultrasound
- Treatment
- Blood-thinning medication
- Preventive Measures
- Regular walking, prenatal exercises, avoiding prolonged sitting, leg stretching, hydration, compression stockings