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1. How do pulmonary embolisms happen? - This is when a clot moves to the lungs. The clot then suddenly blocks an artery in the lungs. 2. How often do blood clots travel from a leg to the lungs? -It is the most common may to have a pulmonary embolism. This is because there are direct veins going from the leg to the lungs. 3. What can pulmonary embolisms affect someone? - They can cause low levels of oxygen in the blood. It can also cause damage to lungs and many other organs in the body. 4. How often is deep vein thrombosis? It is more common in some people than others. "Pulmonary Embolism, Block in Lung Artery." //National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute//. Web. 03 May 2011. . [] 5.what can worsen DVT? "Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - Blood Clot in Leg: ClotCare." // Blood Clots, DVT, Coumadin, Warfarin, & Anticoagulation Topics on ClotCare //. Web. 30 Mar. 2011. . http://www.clotcare.com/dvt.aspx Warfarin It can be life-threatening and cause excessive bleeding. It can be more likely to cause bleeding if person participates in sports or is very physically active. Meant to decrease blood clots. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000634/ "Warfarin - PubMed Health." // Warfarin //. Pub Med Health. Web. 05 May 2011. .
 * major surgery under general anesthesia, especially if it involves leg joints or a hip
 * obesity
 * varicose veins
 * prolonged bed rest and immobility
 * heart or lung problems that require hospitalization
 * major injuries
 * cancer
 * leg paralysis
 * pregnancy and childbirth
 * estrogen containing contraceptive pills, patch, or vaginal ring
 * estrogen replacement therapy
 * long-distance travel