What symptoms does an increase in D-dimer cause?
The symptoms caused by a D-dimer increase are essentially related to the underlying disease. The typical symptoms of a thromboembolic event include swelling of the affected body part, overheating, painful pressure, redness and a distinct feeling of tension. Pulmonary embolism is an acutely life-threatening situation that manifests itself with sudden shortness of breath and pain when inhaled.
It is often accompanied by coughing, high respiratory rate, rapid heartbeat and low blood pressure. A heart attack is characterized by strong pressure and a feeling of tightness in the area of the sternum. This is known as ‘pain of destruction’ and can radiate into the arms, back and shoulders. Those affected also often have fear and difficulty breathing.
Therapy
Depending on the underlying cause, an adequate therapy measure is initiated. If the thromboembolic event is detected too late, the risk of varicose veins, postthrombotic syndrome and pulmonary embolism increases. If the suspicion of a thromboembolic event is confirmed, anticoagulants such as heparin and Factor Xa inhibitors are used to dissolve it.
After a thromboembolic event has already occurred, the risk of recurrence is increased. The male sex is particularly affected. The vitamin K antagonist phenprocoumon (Marcumar®) and the wearing of compression stockings are used to prevent thrombosis in the first six months after the event. Regular check-ups should be carried out by the doctor.
Thrombosis prophylaxis
A sufficient supply of liquid, approx. 1.5-2 litres of water or unsweetened tea as well as wearing thrombosis stockings after surgery and childbirth prevent the recurrence of a thrombembolic event. A long immobilisation phase, the combination of smoking and the use of contraceptives, as well as being overweight increase the risk of thrombosis.
Thrombosis prophylaxis after surgery is carried out with heparin and acetylsalicylic acid (e.g. Aspirin®). Over a longer period of time, anticoagulants such as the oral anticoagulant Marcumar® are prescribed. and thrombosis prophylaxis Measures
