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There are two separate conditions within this name; first,
phlebitis means the inflammation of a vein in the extremities of the
body, generally the leg. If the inflammation is connected with the
formation of a blood clot (thrombus) than this is then referred to
as Thrombophlebitis. This condition can be either superficial and
not dangerous or deeper with more risk involved. A superficial form
of Thrombophlebitis is quite common and easy to diagnose. When this
condition affects one of the veins closest to the skin’s surface it
becomes hard to the touch and can appear as a reddish line beneath
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skin. Some of the symptoms you may experience include swelling, tender to
the touch and of course some degree of pain.
On the other hand, a deeper series of Thrombophlebitis affects veins that
are further away from the skin’s surface. This is a much more serious
condition because the veins that are affected by the Thrombophlebitis are
much larger and deeper within the muscle of the leg. Generally these are the
veins that are responsible for 90% of the blood transport throughout your
body. Some of the symptoms you may experience with this more serious case of
Thrombophlebitis include: warmth in the leg, swelling, pain and
discoloration of the limb or skin. This type of pain is usually worse when
you are standing or walking and will immediately be relieved when you sit
down and rest your inflamed leg.
Long lengths of immobility can cause this deeper condition of
Thrombophlebitis. This means whether you are sick and bedridden for days, on
a long flight, long car trip, etc, these are all situations that can lead to
a higher risk zone for Thrombophlebitis. Thrombophlebitis can be a life
threatening condition if the blood clot from the inflamed area manages to
break away and travel to the main organs, such as your heart or brain. When
a blood clot like this cuts off circulation to the heart you can expect to
experience a heart attack and if the blood supply is blocked to the brain a
stroke can occur. Unfortunately, not everyone experiences the symptoms
related to Thrombophlebitis, which can lead to an ongoing problem if it is
not treated in time.
Some natural ways to treat and prevent Thrombophlebitis include:
- Coenzyme Q10 can be taken 100-200 mg daily and this
vitamin-like substance helps to increase the circulation to protect the
heart. Jarrow Formulas is a company that produces high-quality
Coenzyme supplements.
- Flaxseed Oil can be taken 2 tsp daily and is used to help
build the essential fatty acids in the body that can help
prevent blood clotting within the veins.
- Garlic has always been a key component to help improve
circulation throughout the body and should be taken three times
daily, 2 capsules each dose. Use Kyolic by Wakunaga of America,
which is a high-quality organic garlic supplement.
- 1,000 mg of Magnesium and 1,500 mg of Calcium taken together can help thin the blood
and reduce the risk of clotting.
- Grape Seed Extract can reduce the risk of Thrombophlebitis
altogether. Take as directed.
- Beneficial herbs for this condition are pau d'arco, alfalfa,
rosemary and red raspberry as they increase oxygenation of the
blood.
- Regular exercise on a daily basis can help reduce the risk
of developing clots.
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There are many more natural remedies that can be utilized
in order to reduce your risk of this condition and help make sure your blood
clot does not reach your heart if you are currently suffering from
Thrombophlebitis.
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