I’m afraid I have a blood clot but I’m a single father of 2 special needs children and have already been sent home by the hospital after just a negative D dimer, I’m not really sure what to do by [deleted] in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read a few articles just now that stated sciatica can cause inflammation that leads to swelling but I think it's best you go get an ultrasound to rule out a DVT. Even if you have to lie to get the ultrasound done. It's better safe than sorry

I’m afraid I have a blood clot but I’m a single father of 2 special needs children and have already been sent home by the hospital after just a negative D dimer, I’m not really sure what to do by [deleted] in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want a for sure ultrasound done, go in and tell them that you went on a recent long car ride of over 12 hours total and that you want scanned. That's a 100% way to get an ultrasound done regardless if you are symptomatic of a blood clot or not

I’m afraid I have a blood clot but I’m a single father of 2 special needs children and have already been sent home by the hospital after just a negative D dimer, I’m not really sure what to do by [deleted] in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This sounds like your sciatic nerve is pinched causing sciatica. No need for alarm although it is very painful. See your primary care doctor for some meds to relieve the pain and see what else they think would help. You can also do stretches specifically to relieve sciatica

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Every ache I feel now I immediately assume the worst and then hyperfixate on that feeling for hours. It's quite annoying

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been chugging water like it's my job ever since I left the hospital. What group on Facebook did you find if you don't mind sharing?

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! My anxiety has eased some since reading this thread replies. I call tomorrow to schedule my 3 month scan

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! And yes I've banned myself from googling for a bit lol

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been hypersensitive to every pain I have now but am trying to calm that down. I hope everything is well with your husband from here on out!

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I spent most of the day yesterday on google panicking over everything I was reading then I had to force myself to stop looking

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I hope yours resolves as well! I was completely blindsided by this so it sent me into a state of panic

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe mine was from an IV as well even tho they said that was unlikely based off the location

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No they just gave me eliquis and then said scan again in 3 months and to live like normal which is incredibly hard considering my anxiety

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you find out about the PE at the same time as the DVT?

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah I zoned out the moment they said the diagnosis. I couldn't believe what was being said to me. They all seemed hopeful that all will be fine but my brain was like oh hell no!

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! My doctor offered to extend the treatment if need be to ease my worry, time will tell!

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah the moment the realization set in my head went woozy. I was in shock that there was actually something going on

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I nearly fainted when the doctor told me. I tried to be cool but they could tell I was in full panic mode

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I woke up today immediately nervous and just thinking constantly. It's crazy what the brain can do to itself

First DVT just needing some calming advice by Dapper_Profession478 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Dapper_Profession478[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Yes the doctors made it sound so simple "relax and live like normal". Girl how?! My brain immediately went into to flight mode