Can Warfarin For DVT Cause Nose Bleeds?

Posted on Sun, 14 Dec 2014

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Sun, 14 Dec 2014 Answered on

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Question : Hi,
I have been having nose bleeds passing large clots for the past three days ( one a day when I blow my nose)
My question is should I be passing clots while taking Warfarin for a PE and DVT ?

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Epistaxis. Warfarin dose should be reviewed after a Coagulogram.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. Yes, this nasal bleeding (epistaxis) is likely to be related to the Warfarin. This should not happen normally. It is a potential side effect of blood thinning medications.

2. Bring this to the attention of your doctor. Get a Coagulogram done and review the dose of Warfarin.

3. A nasal examination and endoscopy will help rule out any local cause.

If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.

Regards.

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