Pulmonary embolism
Overview
You can reduce your risk of getting a travel-related blood clot or a pulmonary embolism by not sitting or lying still for long periods without moving.
A pulmonary embolism is when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel in your lungs. Getting treatment quickly can save your life.
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