Lauren Boebert, a controversial figure in American politics, recently revealed that she has been diagnosed with May-Thurner Syndrome. This rare condition affects the veins in the pelvis and can lead to blood clots and other serious complications if left untreated.
May-Thurner Syndrome is caused by compression of the iliac vein by the overlying artery, leading to reduced blood flow and increased risk of clot formation. Symptoms of this condition can include swelling, pain, and discoloration in the affected leg, as well as a feeling of heaviness or fatigue.
Boebert was admitted on Monday to a hospital in Loveland, where doctors identified an “acute blood clot.” She came in “after experiencing severe swelling in her upper left leg,” the release details.
Boebert is expected to make a full recovery, but here’s what we know about her health condition and what it might mean moving forward.
After a visit to the hospital on Tuesday, Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert's campaign announced she had been diagnosed with an "acute blood clot" caused by May-Thurner Syndrome, a rare vascular condition.
Boebert's campaign said she went to the hospital for swelling in her left leg. "After undergoing a CT Scan, doctors found an acute blood clot and diagnosed her with May-Thurner Syndrome," the campaign said.
May-Thurner syndrome:
The vascular condition, also known as iliac vein compression syndrome or Cockett syndrome, causes a vein in the pelvis, called the iliac vein, to become dangerously compressed. When the left iliac vein, which carries blood back to the heart, is pressed by the right iliac artery, it can become narrow and compromise blood flow.
Most people never know they have the condition unless they form a blood clot as a result, just as Boebert did.
 May-Thurner diagnosed
most people have no symptoms and won’t be aware of the condition. But as it progresses, it can cause:
Pain in the lower abdomen and pelvis.
Varicose veins in the upper portion of the leg.
Swelling in the leg, typically the left one.
Chronic leg pain that’s worse later in the day.
Chronic hemorrhoids.
The condition can be diagnosed with testing, including a pelvic ultrasound and a type of X-ray, called a CT venogram, that shows how well blood is moving through the veins, according to the Center for Vascular Medicine. But most people don’t realize they have May-Thurner syndrome until symptoms have been going on for months or years. It’s not uncommon for it to go undiagnosed until a blood clot forms.
As she navigates her journey with May-Thurner Syndrome, Boebert's experience serves as a lesson in resilience and perseverance. By sharing her story, she not only raises awareness about this condition but also inspires others to prioritize their health and seek proper medical care.
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