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Is Fragmin Injections Necessary Long Term For A Bunion?
hi, i had bunion op 2 weeks ago and doctor put me on fragmin injections for 42 days.ive never had blood clots, but my mum died of them. my belly is covered in large bruises, AND my tongue is furry. should i have these jabs for so long without testing my blood?
Thu, 21 May 2020
Hi,
Usually, we keep pt on fragmin post surgically for 31 days, that too in cases which limit the mobility of the pt or affect the blood flow in lower limbs. In case your doctor started you on fragmin there is some definite indication for it apart from your surgery that you are not aware of. Hence, it is better to revisit your doctor and get yourself screened again.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Rohan Shanker Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
Usually, we keep pt on fragmin post surgically for 31 days, that too in cases which limit the mobility of the pt or affect the blood flow in lower limbs. In case your doctor started you on fragmin there is some definite indication for it apart from your surgery that you are not aware of. Hence, it is better to revisit your doctor and get yourself screened again.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Rohan Shanker Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
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