I would like to bring to everyone's attention the very real possibility of internal bleeding when taking anti-coagulants like Xarelto for Afib. I suddenly developed ...Read more
I would like to bring to everyone's attention the very real possibility of internal bleeding when taking anti-coagulants like Xarelto for Afib. I suddenly developed pain and swelling in my left knee about 3 weeks ago which caused extreme pain and immobility. I was diagnosed at the ER with hemarthrosis, bleeding into a joint caused by Xarelto. I had been on Xarelto for one year prior. I imagine the other anti-coagulants could have a similar effect. No one had warned me about this possibility of internal bleeding on Xarelto, and the first orthopedist I saw didn't connect the dots. You might want to discuss this issue with your cardiologist. I am finally getting better and able to walk without a cane after 3 weeks.
Adam Pick Anne, Great to hear you are feeling better. And, thanks for sharing your story with our community. I... Read more
Adam Pick Anne, Great to hear you are feeling better. And, thanks for sharing your story with our community. I don't believe that internal bleeding resulting from anti-coagulants use has been discussed here from what I can remember. So, thanks for bringing this potential complication to light. Much appreciated!
Rose Madura That was one reason I chose a tissue valve. The surgeon explained how easy it is to bleed internally ... Read more
Rose Madura That was one reason I chose a tissue valve. The surgeon explained how easy it is to bleed internally and you won't rerealize it until it's too late.
Anne Burich Hi Rose, I had a mitral valve repair, not replacement. The internal bleeding can occur anywhere in t ... Read more
Anne Burich Hi Rose, I had a mitral valve repair, not replacement. The internal bleeding can occur anywhere in the body. Mine was in the knee.
Richard Munson It is for sure a side effect, i take eliquis. Hoping to get off it in time due to my maze procedure. ... Read more
Richard Munson It is for sure a side effect, i take eliquis. Hoping to get off it in time due to my maze procedure. On the flip side, contracting a stroke from a fib is also not a very pleasant thought. I took a baby aspirin for years and it also thins you blood which can cause premature bleeding.
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