warfarin bruising

Are you testing regularly to make sure you're not getting too much Warfarin? What is it - the INR? It would be a good idea to ask your doctor about this. When I was taking aspirin daily I bruised easily too - if a person poked me in the arm jokingly, if I leaned against the counter top, etc. I stopped the aspirin and I'm much better. I'm NOT suggesting you stop the Warfarin. But the level of bruising you're getting seems out of the ordinary.

If bruising keeps spreading after a week and whilst takinh warfarin, should I consult my doctor

A anticoagulant like warfarin can case unusual bleeding/bruising, but if that happens one needs to discuss the causes with their doctor. If you were in a traffic accident and that caused the bruises it seems wise to me to seek medical evaluation - perhaps the emergency room in a hospital.

Factors such as aging capillaries or thinning skin, and even certain diet supplements and medications( aspirin, warfarin, etc) may cause easy bruising. Bruising may also indicate something more serious, such as a blood-clotting problem or a blood disease. If it persists, have this evaluated further for proper management. Blood tests including platelet count may be done. Once a bruise has formed, not much can be done to treat it. Most eventually disappear as your body reabsorbs the blood.

I had a stroke due to a 100 percent occlusion of the carotid artery. After being on warfarin and plavix separatelyI had a TIA ,I am currently on both,and so far so good.Is this normal that my bleeding and bruising disappeared after combing the two drugs? i am happy but confused. Thanks Terry926 This discussion is related to <a href="/posts/Heart-Disease/Plavix-vs-Coumadin/show/254168">Plavix vs Coumadin</a>.

Hi i suffer from blood clots i suffered a PE, arterial clots and dvt all at the same time, i also clotted while on warfarin in hospital so the doctors want my inr higher than most between 2 and 3. My last inr results were 2.9 and i take 8mg of warfarin.

I have been on Warfarin for over a month and suddenly developed a rash on my arms and legs. What can I do about it?

Since taking Plavix and aspirin I have severe bruising. I try to be careful but bruise just brushing against a doorway, for example. My dog was sitting on my lap and when he jumped off to the floor the pressure of lifting off caused bruising on both legs. I have many bruises, mostly on my arms, but on my body as well. These are only examples. I complained to my cardiologist and he told me to stop taking plavix.

If you can be consistent in your intake of vitamin K, the coumadin (warfarin) does can be set to work with that diet. Given you have lone or intermittent AFib it may be you'll get a lower range, I don't know, but that would be good. Some, mostly younger I think, may get by taking just an aspirin a day. The step up to an anticoagulant is driven by the number of risk factors for clot formation. AFib is a big count, age is another I think.

Ecchymosis- are you having easy bruising? If so, have they tested your pro-thrombin time? Are you taking any anti-coagulant (commonly known as blood thinner) medication, such as aspirin, warfarin, heparin, plavix, or flaxseed oil? Have you had your cortisol level checked lately (as easy bruising can be a part of Cushing's disease)? Are you taking medicine for your vascular spasms?

Hi are ur legs hot? I used to suffer from very hot itchy legs when I was 'over tired' I found I was anaemic, to be sure I would go back to ur doctor & ask them about ur worries & if u don't find what they say helpful then get a second opinion.

Besides seeing your doctor, sound like you should, stop the Fish Oil and any aspirin/Ibuprofen for a few days and see it the bruising clears up. Take the non-aspirin pain relief if the headaches return. If the headaches are ongoing that should be discussed with your doctor too. I seem to be one who doesn't bruise easily. I take 5 mg warfarin, 81 mg aspirin and 1 capsule of fish oil (three capsules are recommended by the supplier) and I have not sign of bruising.

Enhanced hypoprothrombinemic response to warfarin has been reported in patients with acute alcohol intoxication and/or liver disease. The proposed mechanisms are inhibition of warfarin metabolism and decreased synthesis of clotting factors. Binge drinking may exacerbate liver impairment and its metabolic ability in patients with liver dysfunction. The risk of bleeding may be increased. Conversely, reductions in INR/PT have also been reported in chronic alcoholics with liver disease.

Hi again..well I must admit that my mood is much better right now..it wasn't earlier but is now, lol. My GP rang me back to discuss the changes to the lump..the yellowing and extra bruising in particular. She said that the behaviour shows that the lump is most likely to be the Hematoma that I first thought it was. She said not to cancel Monday's appt. as the specialist can confirm whether it is a Hematoma, but that she feels more hopeful than she was before.

Unknown. Warfarin metabolism normally occurs through the cytochrome P450 (CYP450) isoenzyme system, with excretion occurring in the urine as inactive metabolites. It is postulated that large doses of acetaminophen may "exhaust" the capability of the CYP450 system to metabolize warfarin. Additionally, DARVOCET-N 100 TABLETS may reduce functional factor VII. Management: Monitor coagulation status and adjust the dosage of COUMADIN 4MG TABLETS (BLUE) accordingly.

I am worried about being on Warfarin. I really smacked it, but it did not break the skin and I did not see stars, pass out or anything. I called the nurse and she told me to watch for double vision or dizziness, but she said they worry more about people slipping and falling and cracking their head. So far I just have a slight headache, but my anxiety is kicking in and that's never good. Has anyone had this happen? Any input? Thanks.

The asprin is causing problems because I am a trick rider! It is hard to avoid bruising when trick riding! I feel I need to get another opinion to make sure I really have afib as young as I am! My doctor was surprized to find that diagnosis. I don't want to have give up my dream of trick riding! I have dreamed of trick riding since I was about 16 years old and was finaly able to trick ride for real a little over a year ago! I am excited to do my first big show this Feb!

If you have liver disease you may have a low platelet count or a high PTT test result. Easy bruising can be a symptom of liver disease if those test results indicate that as a possibility.

I have been on Warfarin for at least 10 years and am happy to report that my INR is in the 2.0 to 3.0 range 90% of the time. That said, my INR today came in at 1.8, so I am below the target range. I have been (again - I took in the past but stopped for a year or more) taking a low dose level of Omega 3 using Fish Oil capsules. The recommended dose is 3 capsules a day, I take only one.

Given that yesterday he said to not take the warfarin he was changing me from the genertic warfarin and putting me on the brand name of the med coumadin. Said some folks do not tolerate warfarin well but do well on coumadin and i am to start the coumadin today. I would be lying if i didn't say i am a bit gunshy at this point. This med has made me absolutely miserable and today is my 43rd bday...

PROZAC and other antidepressant medicines may increase your risk of bleeding or bruising, especially if you take the blood thinner warfarin (Coumadin®, Jantoven®), a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs, like ibuprofen or naproxen), or aspirin." So there you have it. But that also says: "Do not stop PROZAC without first talking to your healthcare provider.

This is exactly what I read in The Coumadin (Warfarin) Help Book. Since my husband has been taking his Warfarin before his evening meal & his INR has been keeping fairly level. And that's good news, we want no more Strokes.

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