Pulmonary embolism
Find out what a pulmonary embolism is and what causes it, plus how it's diagnosed, treated and prevented.
Read about the possible symptoms of a pulmonary embolism, including chest pain, shortness of breath and coughing.
Read about the possible causes of pulmonary embolism. Three of the main causes are inactivity, blood vessel damage and having blood that clots too easily.
Diagnosing a pulmonary embolism can be difficult because the signs and symptoms vary between individuals and are common to many other conditions.
Read about how pulmonary embolisms are treated using anticoagulant medicines and, occasionally, surgery to remove the blockage.
Find out how to prevent blood clots if you're at risk of developing them, such as taking anticoagulants, wearing compression stockings and increasing your mobility.