You may be aware of somepregnancy complicationslikegestational diabetesand preeclampsia.

What is deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is the development of a blood clot in a deep vein.

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During pregnancy, up to 90 percent of DVTs occur in the left leg.

How common is deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

By eight weeks postpartum, your risk should drop back to normal.

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What are the signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) during pregnancy and postpartum?

Who is most at risk for deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

DVT is more common if you:

Can you prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT)?

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VTE has been linked topreeclampsia.

Many people with preeclampsia have healthy pregnancies and deliver healthy, thriving babies.

Left untreated, however, preeclampsia may lead to pregnancy complications.

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(A tendency to have blood clots, in turn, is known as thrombophilia.)

Your doctor will also monitor your blood clotting ability along the way.

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