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96Recovering From A Pulmonary Embolism - What To Expect During Pulmonary Embolism Recovery
Recovery from a pulmonary embolism takes a lot of time. Lung damage from blood clots is very serious. This page will go over treatment for pulmonary embolisms and share what to expect after a pulmonary embolism.
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75Foods To Avoid While Taking Coumadin
Coumadin is an anti coagulant or a blood thinner. This is a medication used to prevent clotting or slow the growth and development of an existing clot. It should be taken just before or just after eating, and all special instructions should be...
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95Blood Thinners: Differences Between Anticoagulants, Thrombolytics, and Antiplatelets
When people think of blood thinners, they are often thinking of any number of drugs that work to treat clotting. There are actually three classes of drugs that treat clots: anticoagulants, thrombolytics, and antiplatelets. Learn what the differences are between these classes. also, learn why one type of drug may have been chosen for your blood clot or blood clotting condition.
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78What Questions To Ask A Doctor About Your Diagnosis After Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary embolisms (PEs) are very serious. PEs are blood clots in the the lungs. These clots prevent oxygen from reaching the blood in the lungs. The cause of the embolism, the damage from the embolism, and any underlying conditions all need...
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85Factor V Leiden and Hypercoagulation, A Cause of Multiple Miscarriages, Clotting, and High Risk Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be affected by and can cause hypercoagulable states (times when the blood can clot more easily). In order to have a healthy pregnancy the body must keep a careful balance between clotting and bleeding. Hormones that help out...
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88Length Of Time On Warfarin, Coumadin, Or Other Anticoagulant Therapy After A Clot
After a pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis a patient must decide how long she or he will remain on warfarin, Coumadin, Lovenox, or other anticoagulants. Here are some thoughts on how one might decide to stay on Coumadin for life.
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83Blood Thinners: I'm On Coumadin - Do I Need A Special Diet Or A Coumadin Diet?
If you are on a blood thinner like Coumadin (warfarin) do you need to be on a special diet? Yes and no because blood thinners do interact with certain foods. Learn the facts about diet and blood thinners.
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84Foods you can't eat while taking Coumadin
Coumadin is a medicine prescribed for people at increased risk of forming blood clots. It reduces the formation of blood clots by blocking the formation of certain clotting factors. It is used to prevent heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots in...
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91Factor V Leiden
Factor V Leiden is a condition that affects many people. It is genetic and can cause blood clots. These clots can cause problems in pregnancy, cause vein damage, and can be potentially fatal. Factor V Leiden causes a higher risk of pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, miscarriage, and death.
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85Broccoli Is Bad for Me? Questions, Answers, and Information about Coumadin (warfarin)
Many people are placed on Coumadin or warfarin. These are the same drugs. Warfarin is the generic name for Coumadin. Warfarin is a serious medication but can be used safely when monitored. Monitoring means having blood work done periodically to...
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