Medical experts warn that "ghost symptoms" like back pain or mild cramping could be the only warning signs of a ...

Red blood cells, long thought to be passive bystanders in the formation of blood clots, actually play an active role in helping clots contract, according to a new study by researchers at the ...

Brain blood clots represent one of the most serious medical emergencies that can strike without warning, potentially causing permanent disability or death within hours. These dangerous blockages in ...

Red blood cells, long thought to be passive bystanders in the formation of blood clots, actually play an active role in helping clots contract, according to a new study from researchers at the ...

Researchers at the School of Engineering and Applied Science and the Perelman School of Medicine discovered that red blood cells play a critical role in the contraction of blood clots in the body. The ...

Blood clots are among the most feared medical emergencies, and for good reason. They can lead to heart attacks, strokes and death. But not all clots are dangerous. In fact, clotting is a natural and ...

Humans and mice exposed to long-wavelength red light had lower rates of blood clots that can cause heart attacks, lung damage and strokes, according to research led by surgeon-scientists. Humans and ...

As an attending physician in Ottawa, I often treat women who are recently diagnosed with a blood clot. My female patients are of all ages — from young women to the elderly — but they often have one ...

Sitting still for long periods during travel may increase the risk of developing blood clots. Untreated blood clots may lead to serious and even life threatening complications, like pulmonary embolism ...

Blood clots that occur within veins or arteries can cause serious health problems. Certain exercises and stretches can help prevent blood clots. Blood clots typically affect veins in the arms, legs, ...