10 Causes Of Blood Clots
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #6: Pregnancy
Pregnancy is another common cause of blood clots due to the hormonal and body changes that comes with it. Pregnancy increases weight which, in turn, puts pressure on the pelvis, compressing the blood vessels in this area and the legs. This raises the risk of developing blood clots. Hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy can be risk factors as well.
For instance, the increased estrogen levels can lead to the formation of a blood clot during pregnancy or postpartum. The postpartum risk of blood clots reduces significantly after the seventh to the twelfth week. During pregnancy, drink plenty of fluids and stay active to lower the risk of blood clots.
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