April 13, 2018 I was rushed to ER and had a PE. I’ve been on blood thinners for 6 mos. When is it safe to come off the meds?

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I had liposuction Jan 18, 2018 I posted on Feb 05, 2018 that I was concerned about leg pain in right calf. My Sx advised me to see my doctor I was told that it was not a DVT too far from PO Sx ... well on April 13, 2018 I was rushed to ER and had a PE. I’ve been on blood thinners for 6 mos. When is it safe to come off the meds? I ask My doctor for a factor 5 test to see if I should stay on the medication , please advise is this a lifetime? Thanks

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Based upon the Caprini risk assessment model, patients are stratified according to risk.  Patients in higher risk groups may need Lovenox or something similar to help with the prevention of blood clots. This question should be directed to the specialist (hematologist, PCP) who is prescribing your current medication. Lab results from follow-ups with your specialist will provide the best feedback available regarding continuous use of the medication.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Barbie.  Sounds like you had a close call and thank goodness you were treated effectively immediately and your outcome has been good. You need to discuss your anti-coagulation treatment with either your private medical doctor or pulmonary doctor, whoever is treating the pulmonary embolism. This should not be lifetime medication event, but they are the best doctors answer this question. Good luck.

Michael Cohen, MD · Answer

Sorry about your complication.  The best starting point is to ask your primary care doctor, who can also get expert help by referring you to a hematologist.  Good luck.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

This needs to be raised with your cardiologist, hematologist or pulmonologist. Sorry to hear about your problem.  Best wishes.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS · Answer

You need to be evaluated by a specialist in blood clots to determine if you should be on blood thinners for life. This is not the place to find an answer. Ask your primary care doctor where to start.

April 13, 2018 I was rushed to ER and had a PE. I’ve been on blood thinners for 6 mos. When is it safe to come off the meds?

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