The Silent Symptom That Could Be a Sign of Blood Clots originally appeared on Parade.

Whilst many of us do our best to take care of our brain, heart, skin and gut, we often take our veins for granted. Perhaps we ...

A pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot reaches the lungs. These blood clots often come from deep vein thrombosis, which can result from damage to bone and muscle or from long periods of ...

A pulmonary embolism (PE) happens when a blood clot suddenly blocks an artery that supplies blood to your lungs. Your blood goes from your heart to your lungs through your pulmonary artery.

Learn more about Symptoms associated with blood clots in different parts of the body, including DVT, legs, arms, lungs, heart, brain, and kidneys.

The recovery time for a blood clot in the lungs, or pulmonary embolism, can vary. People may need to stay in the hospital and take medications to prevent further clots for a few months or more.

Blood clots occurring in a vein can lead to DVT or pulmonary embolism. DVT is characterized by a blood clot in a deep vein — usually in the leg, pelvis, or arm.

A pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot, typically originating in the deep veins of the legs or other parts of the body, travels to the lungs and blocks one or more arteries.

WEST CHESTER, PA. (WPVI) -- Having a pulmonary embolism, - a blood clot in the lung - is a frightening experience. Once a person has one, the fear of having another can become crippling.

LOS ANGELES - Rapper Heavy D died last month of a blood clot to the lung that was likely formed during a long flight home from London, where he performed a tribute to Michael Jackson, according to ...