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[RGD.]

My grandfather died from a pulmonary embolism. He actually had what they said was a saddle pulmonary embolism and several clots in his left leg. One of the left leg clots actually ripped the artery as it traveled and there was nothing that could be done.
Last spring my mother survived a saddle pulmonary embolism and four clots in her left leg.
A couple of months ago one of my brothers (8 years my junior) wasn't feeling good and drove himself to the hospital. He collapsed in the hospital parking lot. He also had several clots in his left leg and a saddle pulmonary embolism.

So - can this be something hereditary. I'm nervous for my other younger brother and sister. Is there something they should be doing? Check ups or screening of any kind?

Having three family members with the same thing kinda puts you on edge.

Thanks,

Ron