blood clot

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Earlier research has shown that shingles infections can trigger blood clot formation near the brain and heart, increasing the risk of heart attacks, strokes and venous thromboembolism.

From Science Daily

"I had a blood clot that was restricting blood and oxygen getting to my brain," he told the newspaper.

From BBC

A resulting blood clot can completely block blood flow or travel to the heart or brain, triggering a heart attack or stroke.

From Science Daily

Low was also believed to have swallowed a blood clot from his nose or mouth.

From BBC

A family say their mother was let down in the worst possible way when she died after being sent home from hospital with a blood clot on her lungs.

From BBC