TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - With the recent news of Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts developing multiple blood clots in his lungs, it raises the question: How common are blood clots in athletes?

UT Health sports medicine physician Dr. Jayesh Patel joined East Texas Now on Thursday to discuss blood clots in athletes, how to spot blood clots, and the treatment.

Patel said blood clots aren't very common in athletes.