Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to blood clots:

1. If I've been diagnosed with existing blood clots, am I at risk elsewhere in my body?
   
   
2. What steps can I take to reduce my risk of serious complications as a results of blood clots?
   
   
3. Am I at increased risk for heart attack, stroke or pulmonary embolism?
   
   
4. Should I be taking medications to reduce my risk of suffering from complications?
   
   
5. Are there any dietary supplements that I can take to reduce the risk of embolism or thromboembolism?
   
   
6. If I'm on anticoagulants, are there any dietary supplements that will help? Or hurt?
   
   
7. Will exercise or sex increase my risk of suffering from a blocked artery? Will it help?
   
   
8. Is this a permanent condition? Can it be cured?
   
   
9. Are there any surgical or minimally invasive approaches available to treat my blood clots?
   
   
10. If I lose weight, control my diet, exercise and take other steps to reduce my risk of heart attack and stroke, will this also reduce the risk of suffering complications from blood clots?