Should a clot disengage from the vein wall, a life threatening situation may be at hand. Signs of a disengaged blood clot are very serious and should be reported to a physician immediately. They are:
- local swelling
- redness
- heat
By Anne Asher, About.com Guide
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Should a clot disengage from the vein wall, a life threatening situation may be at hand. Signs of a disengaged blood clot are very serious and should be reported to a physician immediately. They are:
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