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Should I Be Concerned About DVT In Legs Which Are Numb And Tingling

I m on warfarin due to DVT caused by birth control pills that were prescribed to control fibroids in uterus, been on warfarin for 3 years, also had pulmonary embolism same year I was diagnosed with DVT in legs, my legs lately have been feeling as though they are on fire w/numbness, and tingly feeling, is this natural, or should I be worried.
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No, this is not natural if it is a recent happening. You should get a repeat Doppler done to see whether your veins have re-canalized or are they still thrombosed despite anti-coagulation. Also, I hope you keep a check on your INR to keep it between 2 and 3. That is important. Were you advised an IVC filter at any point during your treatment? And also continue to wear compression stockings atleast when you are walking or moving around. Take care and feel free to share the report with me. I specialize in Vascular diseases.
Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India.
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Should I Be Concerned About DVT In Legs Which Are Numb And Tingling

No, this is not natural if it is a recent happening. You should get a repeat Doppler done to see whether your veins have re-canalized or are they still thrombosed despite anti-coagulation. Also, I hope you keep a check on your INR to keep it between 2 and 3. That is important. Were you advised an IVC filter at any point during your treatment? And also continue to wear compression stockings atleast when you are walking or moving around. Take care and feel free to share the report with me. I specialize in Vascular diseases. Dr Rishi, New Delhi, India.