Before a Dangerous Blood Clot Forms, Your Body Often Tries to Warn You First

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7. Rapid or Irregular Heartbeat

An unusually fast or irregular heartbeat can occur when a clot restricts normal blood flow, forcing the heart to work harder to circulate blood effectively. This symptom is sometimes accompanied by lightheadedness or a sense of general unease.

8. Unexplained Fatigue

Persistent, unexplained tiredness — separate from normal daily fatigue — can sometimes accompany the early stages of clot formation, as the body works harder to manage restricted circulation. This symptom is easy to overlook since it can have many other everyday causes.

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