Pulmonary Embolism

What is a Pulmonary Embolism❓ 

 Blockage in a blood vessel in the lungs

 Usually caused by a blood clot in the leg that travels to the lung

What are the symptoms of a Pulmonary Embolism❓ 

 Breathlessness

 Chest pain 😖

 Coughing up blood

 Fever 🌡

 Fast heart rate 💛

How do you diagnose a Pulmonary Embolism❓

 Based on the symptoms 🏨

 Scan of the leg to look for blood clot

 Scan of the chest to look at the blood vessels in the lungs

 Blood test 💉

 Heart tracing

How do you treat a Pulmonary Embolism❓ 

 Oxygen

 Blood thinning medication 💊

Why should I worry about a Pulmonary Embolism❓

 If the clot is larger enough it can be life-threatening 💀

 If treated promptly the prognosis is good ✅