vein. A DVT can be serious because a clot can potentially travel to the lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism. Sudden shortness of breath, chest pain, coughing up blood, fainting, or a rapid heartbeat alongside symptoms of a possible DVT requires urgent medical attention.
If you notice a new “spiderweb” pattern of tiny blood vessels on the chest or face, this is not necessarily a sign of a serious condition. However, widespread or rapidly developing spider angiomas can sometimes be associated with hormonal changes or, in certain circumstances, underlying liver