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9. Manage Your Medications

If a routine doctor's visit reveals a developing blood clot, you may receive a prescription for anticoagulants or blood thinners. People who were hospitalized with COVID-19, one of several diseasesthat triggers clotting, may experience this problem.

However, some medications increase your risk of developing blood clots, such as estrogen-containing birth control and hormone replacement therapy, so speak with your healthcare provider about managing your risk.

Senior black woman sits on the couch at home and takes medications from a daily pill organizer. Cropped shot does not show the woman's face. Fly View Productions / Getty Images

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