I'm on blood thinners and am thinking of getting a peel. Will it be necessary for me to get off the thinners before the peel?

November 11, 2014
Asked By:Chrissie in San Diego, CA

Will it be necessary for me to get off the thinners before the peel? Is there any bleeding or bruising involved? I take Eliquis daily as the blood thinner.

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November 13, 2014

Answer: This very much depends on the nature of the chemical peel you need.

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November 13, 2014

Answer: This very much depends on the nature of the chemical peel you need.

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November 13, 2014

Answer: On blood thinners and considering chemical peel

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November 13, 2014

Answer: On blood thinners and considering chemical peel

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