A 70-year-old male smoker presented with fever, swelling and pain in his left hand for 2 weeks. He was diagnosed with diabetes 2 years ago. Doppler ultrasound revealed a deep vein thrombosis in the left upper limb. He was started on enoxaparin injections, aceclofenac tablets, paracetamol, acenocoumarol and tramadol as needed for pain. His symptoms improved over the next few days with treatment and regular monitoring. Lifestyle changes like regular exercise and compression stockings can help prevent future blood clots.