6 Ways To Avoid Deep Vein Thrombosis

4. Take Prescriptions As Instructed

To prevent deep vein thrombosis, some prescriptions have to be started or stopped before you undergo a surgical procedure. Many patients take blood thinners before surgery to prevent blood clots from developing, while others stop taking some of their regularly prescribed medications because they may increase the patient's risk of DVT.

Regardless of the prescriptions you are taking, it is best to follow your doctor's instructions. If the physician says to start, stop, or modify your dosage it is very important that you listen.