When most of us think of a serious medical emergency, we usually think of sudden events such as heart attacks, strokes or serious injuries from a car crash. But some threats develop quietly, with ...

Health experts warn that sitting with crossed legs for extended periods can increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a serious condition in which blood clots form in the veins. Prolonged ...

A pulmonary embolism (PE) occurs when a foreign substance blocks an artery in your lungs, stopping blood flow. It’s usually caused by a blood clot, but can sometimes be due to lipid, air, or tumor ...

Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MD There are many different causes of calf pain. It may be directly related to your calf ...