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What Does Persistent Nosebleeds While On Eliquis Indicate?
Question: I'm taking eliquis and have had a nosebleed since yesterday afternoon. I went to emergency and they told me that I just have to wait and let it clot naturally.
Brief Answer:
Have a seconnd check
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear User ! Thank you for using HIM.
I read your question and I understand your concern.
If the bleeding is geting worse or is still there you should go back to the hospital for second evaluation, for a treatment and to prevent complications.
Eliquis(blood thiner,anticoagulant )may be the reason of your bleeding , in this case you should do a blood test(INR) that shows how much this drug effect the coagulation proces ,to rule out any side effect of this drug.
According to the blood test the doctor will stop (or change the medication until your blood is back to normal.
Meanwhile follow these advices :
-Sit and lean forward so blood does not run down posterior pharynx.
-Put pressure on your nose for 10-15 minute .
Check your blood pressure
Hope I have answered your question.
If you have any further clarifications I will be happy to help ,if not you can close the discussion.
Wish you good health .
Take Care !
Dr Balliu
Have a seconnd check
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear User ! Thank you for using HIM.
I read your question and I understand your concern.
If the bleeding is geting worse or is still there you should go back to the hospital for second evaluation, for a treatment and to prevent complications.
Eliquis(blood thiner,anticoagulant )may be the reason of your bleeding , in this case you should do a blood test(INR) that shows how much this drug effect the coagulation proces ,to rule out any side effect of this drug.
According to the blood test the doctor will stop (or change the medication until your blood is back to normal.
Meanwhile follow these advices :
-Sit and lean forward so blood does not run down posterior pharynx.
-Put pressure on your nose for 10-15 minute .
Check your blood pressure
Hope I have answered your question.
If you have any further clarifications I will be happy to help ,if not you can close the discussion.
Wish you good health .
Take Care !
Dr Balliu
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