A recent study has revealed that anxiety and depression can increase the risk of developing a serious blood clotting condition called deep vein thrombosis (DVT) by nearly 50%. The research, conducted by scientists at Massachusetts General Hospital in the US, found that mental health issues like anxiety and depression can lead to higher stress and inflammation in the body, which contribute to the formation of dangerous blood clots.
The researchers identified anxiety and depression as significant risk factors for DVT and found that these conditions cause increased stress and inflammation, which contribute to blood clot formation. The study was published in the American Journal of Hematology.
The study highlights the important link between mental health disorders and the risk of blood clots. Understanding this connection could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for DVT.