Blood clots are a necessary function of the body which ultimately stop bleeding. But they can also form when not required, causing strokes, heart attacks, and even death.
Causes of blood clots vary, but they are mainly rooted in leading an unhealthy lifestyle. According to the NHS, if you smoke, are overweight, or lead a sedentary lifestyle, you may be at higher risk of suffering a blood clot. Women who are on hormonal contraception such as the pill, contraceptive patch or vaginal ring are also at risk.
The severity of blood clots depend on where they form in the body, with their seriousness increasing as they start moving through the bloodstream. For example, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in a vein, usually in the leg, and can be very dangerous.
