Pulmonary Embolism (Blood Clot in Lung) : Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Types, Pathophysiology, Medications, Complications and Treatment

Larger Veins In arms and Legs

Larger veins in arms and legs
Larger veins in arms and legs

Swelling and inflammation begins at the areas of legs where there is blood clots development in deep veins. The blood clots cause the veins in arms and legs to appear larger and more visible than usual. However, some patients might confuse the symptom with varicose veins but a closer physical examination indicates towards the presence of pulmonary embolism.