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Pulmonary embolus
Alternative Names: Venous thrombo-embolism; Lung blood clot; Blood clot - lung; Embolus; Tumor embolus Symptoms: Symptoms of pulmonary embolism may be vague, or they may resemble symptoms associated with other diseases. Symptoms can include: Cough Begins suddenly May produce bloody sputum (significant amounts of visible blood or lightly blood streaked sputum) Sudden onset of shortness of breath at rest or with exertion Splinting of ribs with breathing (bending over or holding the chest) Chest pain Under the breastbone or on one side Especially sharp or stabbing; also may be burning, aching or dull, heavy sensation May be worsened by breathing deeply, coughing, eating, bending, or stooping Rapid breathing Rapid heart rate (tachycardia) Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease: Wheezing Clammy skin Bluish skin discoloration Nasal flaring Pelvis pain Leg pain in one or both legs Swelling in the legs (lower extremities) Lump associated with a vein near the surface of the body (superficial vein), may be painful Low blood pressure Weak or absent pulse Lightheadedness or fainting Dizziness Sweating Anxiety Text Continues Below Signs and tests: Tests to evaluate the function of the lungs: Arterial blood gases Pulse oximetry Tests to detect the location and extent of embolism: Chest x-ray Pulmonary ventilation/perfusion scan Pulmonary angiogram Tests to detect DVT: Doppler ultrasound exam of an extremity blood flow studies Venography of the legs Plethysmography of the legs Page:  1 | 2 | Next >>