I have blood discharge in my ear. Dr. in urgent care tried to cauterize it but it is coming from a spot he couldn t reach. first time this has happened, he is referring me to a ear, specialist. should I be concerned? I am on blood thinners due to a mitral valve replacement. my INR was very good today.
Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service. I reviewed your query and here is advise. Go to ER immediately. It maybe comes as side effect of blood thonners. You should lower the dose of them.
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Is Blood In The Ears A Matter Of Concern?
Hello dear,welcome to Ask a doctor service. I reviewed your query and here is advise. Go to ER immediately. It maybe comes as side effect of blood thonners. You should lower the dose of them. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.