Deep Vein Thrombosis In Computer Users

A warning has been issued after a computer programmer became the first known person to suffer from deep vein thrombosis in their own surroundings.

This deadly condition was, in recent years, recognised as a potential problem for people traveling on long haul flights unable to stretch their legs.

Many new measures have been introduced as a result, thus avoiding the likelihood of a blood clot forming, traveling to the heart and ultimately killing people.

The medical director of Lifeblood, has reminded people that while using a computer for long spells they must take regular breaks including walking around.

A key factor in deep vein thrombosis is remaining immobile for prolonged lengths of time. The worrying new health threat has been labelled e-thrombosis.

Chris Simmons, the man that nearly died sitting at his computer screen, collapsed in pain after a twelve hour stint on his home computer. Days later he began coughing up blood but thankfully he received treatment.His MRI scan showed a clot lodged in his lungs that could realistically have seen him die and agonising death.

The advice to people like Simmons, who work long spells at their PC, is to change their routine. Often individuals can get so engrossed in what they are doing and they actually forget to take a break.

Every couple of hours get up and walk about, make yourself a drink or throw a ball for the dog. Why not even set a reminder on your computer after all who wants to die alone and in pain at their keyboard.

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