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pulsing calf
Posted by cari |
Last Reply October 17, 2009
at 06:23
Started October 15, 2009 at 19:05 |
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I just had surgery on my right femur, am on blood thinner and today am experiencing a stong pulse in my left calf, should I be concerned? there is no pain, just a strong pulse |
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Aching in non dvt leg
Posted by Claire |
Last Reply October 16, 2009
at 21:19
Started October 3, 2009 at 13:36 |
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Hi I had a dvt after 2 long haul flights within 10 days, on august 21st, put on lovenox and warfarin. My inr is 3.2 at the moment, they've decreased my warfarin by 2.5mg, my question is , does anyone else get aches & pains in their non dvt leg? I'm afraid it's another Clot. I have no redness or swelling, it just aches around my hip/ thigh area . |
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Antiphosopholipid
Posted by Tim |
Last Reply October 16, 2009
at 19:15
Started October 13, 2009 at 15:06 |
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I have been reading on these posts that many people go through their course of coumadin (warfarin) treatment for 6 (+) months, then go in for blood screens for any clotting disorders once they are off of coumadin. What has been other people's experience with testing for clotting disorders? The reason I ask is that I was tested after a week of being on Lovonox and warfarin, and tested positive for APLS. I was retested a month later while on warfarin and taking antibiotics for an infection and tested positive again. In anyone's opinion how acturate is the testing while on warfarin? I can't seem to find any answers on this. I guess the reason I am asking is twofold: 1) I hear most people being tested for clotting disorders post treatment for the original DVT; 2) In denial. |
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stocking in uk
Posted by dc |
Last Reply October 16, 2009
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Started October 3, 2009 at 14:12 |
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hi all! i had dvt and been recovering.. please help me where to order a made to measure compression tights ..i am in the UK. |
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Arixtra vs Warfarin
Posted by Suzanne |
Last Reply October 16, 2009
at 05:04
Started October 15, 2009 at 18:59 |
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I am a 36 year old female diagnosed with a DVT in my left femoral and iliac ( left upper leg). I was diagnosed 7 wks ago just after giving birth via c-section. I am so frustrated! I have been to and talked with several different doctors (hematologists, gynecologists, and soon a vascular surgeon) and they all tell me different things: exercise, don't exercise, 3 months on warfarin, 6 months on warfarin, warfarin doesn't cause weight gain, warfarin does cause you to retain water. I got to a point not long after my INR hit 2.0 where I couldn't lose any more of the baby weight and I wonder if it's the warfarin. I'm considering going on the arixtra shots for 2 wks to see if that changes. Has anyone tried this? My doctor says it's more expensive, but you don't have to get your blood tested every week. Or worry about eating too many leafy green vegetables. My leg swells every time I go to the gym. Do I push myself or take it easy? Argh! I love being active and... read more |
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blood clot
Posted by lou lou |
Last Reply October 16, 2009
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Started August 31, 2009 |
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yes is it common to have had 34 leg ultrasounds done negative and still have a blood clot my leg swells and hurts in the calf doctors say no clot any advice did have a baby 7 mths ago too |
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Has anyone had another clot while on coumadin
Posted by Claire |
Last Reply October 15, 2009
at 22:06
Started October 15, 2009 at 22:06 |
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I had an extensive clot on right leg in august after 2 long haul trips to uk & back to us, was on lovenox & warfarin for 10 days now just warfarin, my first dvt leg( right ) doesn't hurt now & swelling has gone down, but about a week ago I started getting pain in my left thigh , my inr was 2.8 last week . I went to ER Monday & they scanned left leg with Doppler which they didn't do at same time as first dvt, they found a clot on my groin but couldn't determine whether it was from the flights or a new one. Confused ! Going to see hematologist Monday x |
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homocystine level and DVT
Posted by pkg |
Last Reply October 15, 2009
at 16:54
Started October 3, 2009 at 09:21 |
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Has anybody suffered DVT because of elevated Homocystine level. I am suffering from DVT since last two months. Have been on warfarin 10mg now and my last INR was 2.2. My homocystine level is 35. can this elevated level be cause of DVT? |
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right leg DVT
Posted by RAZA |
Last Reply October 15, 2009
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Started October 15, 2009 at 14:49 |
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I have been on warfrain for last 5 years can Anyone suggest me some good phycian in sharja or Dubai for treatment. Should I consult with vescular surgeon or internal medicine Or surgeon earlier I have been treated by surgeon in Pakistan. Now I tired of warfrain and wana normal life.its seems I will be on warfrain for life but I m conscious of its side effect I take 5 mg doze 6 days a week . Anybody can suggest me plzzzzzz |
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Anxiety
Posted by Claire |
Last Reply October 15, 2009
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Started October 4, 2009 at 13:37 |
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For the last couple of weeks I've been suffering from anxiety( which I don't understand as my dvt leg no longer hurts and is almost back to normal size) I had a panic attack a couple of weeks ago & the Dr gave me 0.5mg Xanax Which helps me sleep, but a few days ago I started to get the shakes all over, always at home, lasts for about 15 minutes & goes as quickly as it's started. Does anyone have any ideas on how to stop or overcome these ??? |
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Severe Nausea
Posted by gil |
Last Reply October 14, 2009
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Started October 14, 2009 at 22:43 |
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When taking warfarin/coumadin I am experiencing severe nausea (dosage 10mg day). Had nausea from the beginning on only 5mg. Has anyone figured out something to counteract this? |
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Dvt right leg thigh down to knee
Posted by asad |
Last Reply October 14, 2009
at 12:13
Started October 14, 2009 at 12:13 |
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I have been on warfrain since dec 2004. doze is 5 mg where my inr is stable its betwen 2.3 to 3 .i go for test after 2 or 3 months and i wear stocking .i have not realised any material side effect but some time i feel this like dry skin of my right foot and small red spot above the knee as well. Doctor recommended me walk-in don’t have much problem except little swelling when i walk a lot off color change when i tired at day end but it comes to normal after 15 mintes.my concern is is it possible i get rid of warfrain and any side effect of long term use of it. How much impact of walk has on it.other suggestion Please help me DR advice me walk is more effective than warfrain is it true or not |
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How to tell if a wound is healing properly?
Posted by Audrey |
Last Reply October 12, 2009
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Started October 3, 2009 at 19:05 |
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Yesterday I ended up doing a real dummy. When I opened my car door, I grazed my leg with the door. Even though I was wearing corduroy pants, the graze peeled off skin as if it was tissue paper. I now have a wound that measures 1 1/2 inches long by 3/4 inches wide on just to the side of my shin. Because of the Coumadin, it took longer for the blood to clot, so that the scab is very dark and raised. What signs should I be aware of to know whether or not this wound is healing properly? |
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Accute DVT
Posted by asad |
Last Reply October 12, 2009
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Started October 12, 2009 at 15:11 |
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i have been on warfrain since dec 2004.its 5 mg and my inr is is stable its between 2.4 to 2.9.even i go for test after 2 or 3 months so far i have not seen material side efect but some time i feels like skin of foot is dry and also smmal red spots above knee .my concern is when i will get rid of it .i wear stcking and confortable even i started walking . is there any body who can tell me impact of walking .wht is side effetc for long term use of warfrain coz i m scared of it.current position is tht i can walk 2 km with out interval but calf fully swelled and after 5 mintes rest it comes down . plz help how long it will take |
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Heart rate at rest
Posted by Karl |
Last Reply October 11, 2009
at 22:21
Started August 15, 2009 at 05:06 |
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I went to my doctor last week after being diagnosed with DVT and PE's 2 1/2 weeks earlier. Spent 7 days in the hospital, 3 of with in ICU. Anyhow the doc put a pulse meter on my finger and we walked the hallways of his office building and my heart was at 105-110 BPM and he said that a normal person at my fitness level should be at a 70 BMP. Doc said that my clot is cutting of circulation so my heart must work harder and I should have a normal pulse rate within 4 months. I think part of the reason my pulse rate is so high is because of the tremendouse anxiety and fear of suddenly getting so sick like this andded on are the side effects of Warfarin and serious marital problem that started before I was diagnosed with this condition. Does anyone here have a high resting heart rate because of their condition? |
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bris girl
Posted by karen |
Last Reply October 11, 2009
at 01:14
Started October 5, 2009 at 08:51 |
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Hi everyone Was diagnosed with occlusive DVT in May in 3 veins and have been told they will never go away now. If a clot does not dissolve in 1 month then basically you are stuck with it. Am off warfarin as i believe the side effects were worse than the clot. It all started about 1 month after taking warfarin. Swelling in the ankle joint and severe pain on walking. After xray 4 months later and inflammatory arthritis had set in and 1 month later no better, still hobbling big time.Is there any one from Brisbane Aust out there, would love to hear from you and see where your at. |
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Warfarin vs coumadin
Posted by Claire |
Last Reply October 9, 2009
at 22:30
Started October 9, 2009 at 21:42 |
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Has anyone switched from warfarin sodium to coumadin? I've had headaches ever since I've been on warfarin & read somewhere that there's a dye in the warfarin that isn't present in the coumadin & this may be responsible for headaches ? Just curious x |
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When to test INR after change in dose?
Posted by Audrey |
Last Reply October 9, 2009
at 06:50
Started June 29, 2009 at 20:35 |
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I'm just beginning this long journey on warfarin/coumadin after being diagnosed with DVT. I did a lot of research on warfarin and understnd that it has a very long half life, which means that it can take the body a considerable amount of time to adjust to changes in dosage levels, on top of its complex reaction to changes in the metabolism. So my question is, if your dosage level is changed significantly, when is the optimal time to have your INR levels restested? I was on 5 mg. per day starting on a Saturday. My intial INR prior to starting was 1.1. I was tested again on Monday, with an INR of 1.2. On Wednesday, after almost 96 hours at that dosage level at which time the med should have reached maximum effect in my system, I still tested 1.2. My dosage was increased by 40% to 7 mg. starting Wednesday night. Blood was drawn on Saturday morning, or 60 hours after increasing the dose. INR was 2.2, with a targeted level of 2.5. My doctor called me on Sunday and has dropped my do... read more |
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Bach's rescue remedy for anxiety
Posted by Claire |
Last Reply October 7, 2009
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Started October 7, 2009 at 16:32 |
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Can anyone tell me if I can use bach's rescue remedy for anxiety. I tried xanex for a few days & hated the side effects & don't want to become dependant on drugs. I appreciate any help x |
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Pain in the thigh
Posted by Khalid |
Last Reply October 5, 2009
at 09:42
Started September 30, 2009 at 12:22 |
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I have pain in the backside of my left thigh since yesterday (6 inches above my knee). I have had 2 episodes of DVT 18 months back in the same leg. This does not feel like DVT, has anyone experienced pain in this area and diagnosed as DVT? Do we have veins running in the back side of thigh, because whenever I have done the ultrasound, the sonologist always checked the front side of thigh for clots. Khalid |
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