Taking Enoxaparin For Blood Clot In Arm Due To Broken Shoulder. Noticed Large Knot And Feeling Sore. Can I Use Hot Or Cold Pack?
Warm compress
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for sending the question.
This is a very good question.
from the information you have recorded it looks like you might be suffering some bleeding under the skin. this can sometimes happen with long-term anticoagulation.
it is of particular importance that your doctor checks how thin your blood is currently. I am sure there is a schedule to monitor how well the warfarin is working. at some point when the warfarin is at a therapeutic level the Lovenox can stop.
I would continue warm compresses right now. Monitor for continued swelling or pain. If this continues to get worse I would contact your doctor immediately for physical examination and to check appropriate laboratory studies.
Thank you again for sending the question.
Dr. Galamaga