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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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92Broccoli Is Bad for Me? Questions, Answers, and Information about Coumadin (warfarin)
Many people take warfarin (Coumadin) after heart attack, stroke, blood clot, DVT, pulmonary embolism, or due to afrib. This is a very powerful drug and can interact with a number of foods and medications. Also, many people have concerns about the risk of bleeding. This article covers risks, side effects, and strategies for managing warfarin.
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89Factor 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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88Factor V Leiden and Hypercoagulation, A Cause of Multiple Miscarriages, Blood Clotting, and High Risk Pregnancy
Blood clots, pulmonary embolism, and DVT are very common in pregnancy and in the months following delivery. Clotting conditions such as Factor V Leiden are responsible in many of these cases. Factor V Leiden and other clotting conditions also cause miscarriages and pre-term birth. Many women struggle with these conditions but are still able to have a healthy baby. Find out what you can do to have a baby when you are at risk for blood clots.
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87Signs You May Have a Blood Clot
Blood Clots can be very dangerous. Read on for information on how to spot them, and what to do if you have one. This information could save a life!
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85Tips And Recommendations For Pulmonary Embolism Survivors: Information About PE Recovery
Pulmonary embolism recovery can be difficult due to the heart and lung damage that occurs. This website focusses on things that patients can due to help themselves through the recovery process.
16 comments85Thrombophilia: Factor V Leiden, Lupus Anticoagulant, Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) And Other Clotting Conditions
Blood can clot more easily in some people. There are a number of conditions that can impact blood clotting time. This is a description of some of the major blood clotting conditions and the tests that can be done for these conditions.
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83Length Of Time On Warfarin, Coumadin, Or Other Anticoagulant After Pulmonary Embolism or Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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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83Dying to Breathe
The pain was crushing, as if a giant hand were squeezing my side and not letting go, I was gasping for breath and the world seemed to be dilating out of view. I wanted to scream, but it came out in a whimper. The world started to go black as I rode...
16 comments83Fly Safely, Prevent Blood Clots, Ear Pain, Motion Sickness, And Other Problems: Tips For Healthy Air Travel
Air travel has unique health risks. Passengers may experience ear or sinus pressure or pain, headaches, motion sickness, and potentially deadly clots such as a pulmonary embolism or DVT. Many of these conditions can be prevented, making air travel safer and more comfortable.
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