Can Coumadin Cause Brown Freckles On Feet And Ankles?
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Question : can coumadin, cause an onset of freckles or what looks like brown freckles on the top of ny feet and ankles
Brief Answer:
Petechiae
Detailed Answer:
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Coumadin is a blood thinner which can cause brown freckles known as petechiae. These petechiae are self limiting and does not require treatment as such. Please get an INR test done to see if dose adjustment of Coumadin is required.
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Petechiae
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query
Coumadin is a blood thinner which can cause brown freckles known as petechiae. These petechiae are self limiting and does not require treatment as such. Please get an INR test done to see if dose adjustment of Coumadin is required.
I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me
Regards
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