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Having Chronic Swelling, Pain In Feet, Hands. Diagnosed With Lupus Anticoagulant. Treatment?

I was diagnosed 2 years ago with lupus anticoagulant when I had an unexplained PE. I was tested twice 6 months apart to confirm diagnosis. I recently saw a rheumatologist for chronic swelling and pain in feet &hands. He ran the same tests as the hemotoloist and they came back negative twice. My question is can I stop taking the warfrain I dont like takin it. I feel its caused alot of weight gain and bloating! And should I ween of it or just stop taking?
Tue, 12 Mar 2013
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Hi,

You should not stop taking warfarin cold turkey. Please consult your doctor before you do that. What is the actual indication for you to take warfarin? Of course, it does cause weight gain and bloating to some extent.

Make sure your INR and PT are normal.

Wish you good health.

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Having Chronic Swelling, Pain In Feet, Hands. Diagnosed With Lupus Anticoagulant. Treatment?

Hi, You should not stop taking warfarin cold turkey. Please consult your doctor before you do that. What is the actual indication for you to take warfarin? Of course, it does cause weight gain and bloating to some extent. Make sure your INR and PT are normal. Wish you good health.