Early Warning Signals
Half the women who experience serious side effects don't recognize the signs.
The signs of a blood clot can be so subtle that they are easily missed. As you read the stories of real women who experienced life threatening or fatal outcomes, you will see that the warning signs are often not recognized as significant signals that they are in danger. This is because the signs can be misunderstood, rationalized away or thought to be temporary.
If you decide to use a birth control pill, patch or ring it is very important that you understand the warning signs of a blood clot. Blood clots are a serious medical condition and can quickly lead to a Pulmonary Embolism, Heart attack or a Stroke. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you need to seek medical treatment immediately. Your life may depend on understanding these warning signs.
The signs of a blood clot can be so subtle that they are easily missed. As you read the stories of real women who experienced life threatening or fatal outcomes, you will see that the warning signs are often not recognized as significant signals that they are in danger. This is because the signs can be misunderstood, rationalized away or thought to be temporary.
If you decide to use a birth control pill, patch or ring it is very important that you understand the warning signs of a blood clot. Blood clots are a serious medical condition and can quickly lead to a Pulmonary Embolism, Heart attack or a Stroke. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you need to seek medical treatment immediately. Your life may depend on understanding these warning signs.
A.C.H.E.S. - Early Warning Signals
Abdominal Pain
Blood clot in pelvis or liver
Tubal Pregnancy
Chest Pain
Blood clot in lungs
- Sudden rapid breathing or shortness of breath
- Chest pain that is worse when you cough or take a deep breath
- Rapid heart rate
- Unexplained low energy
- Severe lightheadedness
- Chest heaviness/pain
- Unexplained shoulder pain
- Weakness
Headaches
Stroke
- Migraine headache, blurred vision or spots, sudden numbness
- Difficulty speaking, Sudden intellectual impairment, Dizziness
Eye Problems
Stroke
- Blurred vision, double vision, partial loss of vision
- Headache or Migraine
- Blood clot in eye
Sore Leg!!!
Blood Clot
- Leg Fatigue
- Unexplained pain or tenderness in one, which may occur while standing or walking
- Swelling in one or both legs
- Warmth in the skin of the affected leg
Carissa Ubersox - My Early Waring Signals.
This could literally save your life
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Blood clots are clumps that occur when blood hardens from a liquid to a solid.
Blood clots are healthy and lifesaving when they stop bleeding. However, blood clots can also form abnormally, causing a Pulmonary Embolism, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Heart Attack, Stroke, or other serious medical problems.
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Watch videos about Pulmonary Embolisms and Deep Vein Thrombosis
Blood clots are healthy and lifesaving when they stop bleeding. However, blood clots can also form abnormally, causing a Pulmonary Embolism, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Heart Attack, Stroke, or other serious medical problems.
Watch videos about Blood Clots
Watch videos about Pulmonary Embolisms and Deep Vein Thrombosis