Mom Feels Unwell 1 Day After Childbirth, Calling 911 Changes Everything
Summary
A Michigan mom named Emily Wheeler felt unwell the day after giving birth and called 911. Doctors found dangerous blood clots in her lungs, called a pulmonary embolism, and treated her with blood thinners. She recovered and now advises other moms to get checked if something feels wrong after childbirth.Key Facts
- Emily Wheeler felt a heavy sensation in her legs and a strong feeling that something was wrong one day after childbirth.
- Though her blood pressure was normal, she called 911 due to her worrying symptoms.
- Paramedics found her heart rate high and took her to the emergency room for tests.
- A blood test showed elevated D-dimer levels, which led doctors to do a CT scan.
- The scan revealed blood clots in her lungs, diagnosing a pulmonary embolism.
- She was treated with IV blood thinners and stayed in the hospital for three days.
- Emily’s future pregnancies will be high risk, requiring preventive medication.
- She encourages other new mothers to seek medical help if they feel unwell after delivery.
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