DVT Experiences
Discussion
I got DVT with two blood clots in my leg 5 weeks ago after taking a long haul flight (6 weeks) after having broken ankle surgery. My doctor has prescribed Warfarin daily to keep my INR between 20 & 30 but Ultrasound shows the clots are still there.
What were your experiences? Did the clots go away? How long? Anyone have to have intervention? ...
Thnx
What were your experiences? Did the clots go away? How long? Anyone have to have intervention? ...
Thnx
McVities said:
I take it you got a decent amount of printed information and some verbal counselling re: diet, alcohol (not forbidden) and side effects etc?
Thanks to all.Thnx McVitie.. I never had much info other than what I've picked up online but will see a Cardio / Vein specialist tomorrow. Firstly I went to my Ortho surgeon and he had me Ultrasound scanned which is what discovered them and referred me to an in-house "Primary Care" (GP) who prescribed 5 days off Enoxaparin injections followed with Warfarin. After six weeks the clots never changed so recommended specialist. In retrospect I wish id asked to see specialist immediately
Tighnamara, thanks.. Unfortunately I wasn't given that advice from my Surgeon 
Bellini, ...Much appreciated, your reply helped. I am a close analogue regarding age, fitness and sitting at a desk job. I ride a bike competitively, training 5 or 6 times a week. I just visited the cardiologist and he even mentioned that my lower heart rate may have contributed. He told me I may be on continued Warfarin for some time or forever, especially on long haul flights etc. He also said that, at this point, the clots will no longer erode away but other arteries and veins will enlarge in time, allowing greater flow, lowering the swelling in my foot. I've also been prescribed compression socks for life. Joy.
On another issue.... I've been shocked by the medical assistance here I the USA. They may have fantastic facilities and well qualified Docs but they cant match the NHS for start-to-finish care. You are left on your own to decide what Docs to use, they wont commit for fear of being sued and seem to be merely in it for the Buck only. The NHS should be treasured. (Rant over)
Bellini, ...Much appreciated, your reply helped. I am a close analogue regarding age, fitness and sitting at a desk job. I ride a bike competitively, training 5 or 6 times a week. I just visited the cardiologist and he even mentioned that my lower heart rate may have contributed. He told me I may be on continued Warfarin for some time or forever, especially on long haul flights etc. He also said that, at this point, the clots will no longer erode away but other arteries and veins will enlarge in time, allowing greater flow, lowering the swelling in my foot. I've also been prescribed compression socks for life. Joy.
On another issue.... I've been shocked by the medical assistance here I the USA. They may have fantastic facilities and well qualified Docs but they cant match the NHS for start-to-finish care. You are left on your own to decide what Docs to use, they wont commit for fear of being sued and seem to be merely in it for the Buck only. The NHS should be treasured. (Rant over)
dave_s13 said:
My wifes cousin died from one after breaking his leg coming off his motorbike. Age 32.
Very rare obviously but make sure you're on to 999 at the merest wiff of any chest pains, shortness of breath, dizzy spells etc.
Dave. That's tragic...thanks for sharing. Can I ask did he pass away after being diagnosed as having a clot was there any indications / warnings?Very rare obviously but make sure you're on to 999 at the merest wiff of any chest pains, shortness of breath, dizzy spells etc.
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