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85Length Of Time On Warfarin, Coumadin, Or Other Anticoagulant Therapy After A Clot
After a pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis a patient must decide how long she or he will remain on warfarin, Coumadin, Lovenox, or other anticoagulants. Here are some thoughts on how one might decide to stay on Coumadin for life.
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86Fly Safely, Prevent Blood Clots, Ear Pain, Motion Sickness, And Other Problems: Tips For Healthy Air Travel
Air travel has unique health risks. Passengers may experience ear or sinus pressure or pain, headaches, motion sickness, and potentially deadly clots such as a pulmonary embolism or DVT. Many of these conditions can be prevented, making air travel safer and more comfortable.
2 comments82Why does love fade over time?
Many love stories tell tales of the brilliance of love and the pain of its decline. One has to wonder how we would have so many stories if it weren't for heartbreak. The high and euphoria of early love...
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94Recovering From A Pulmonary Embolism - What To Expect During Pulmonary Embolism Recovery
Recovery from a pulmonary embolism takes a lot of time. Lung damage from blood clots is very serious. This page will go over treatment for pulmonary embolisms and share what to expect after a pulmonary embolism.
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87Blood Thinners: Differences Between Anticoagulants, Thrombolytics, and Antiplatelets
When people think of blood thinners, they are often thinking of any number of drugs that work to treat clotting. There are actually three classes of drugs that treat clots: anticoagulants, thrombolytics, and antiplatelets. Learn what the differences are between these classes. also, learn why one type of drug may have been chosen for your blood clot or blood clotting condition.
7 comments88Sticky Blood? Questions And Answers About Pulmonary Embolism, Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), Clotting, and Factor V Leiden
Welcome! This page has a list of questions about various clotting problems that have shown up on some of my support groups. More will be added as questions are posted. Pulmonary Embolism - What Is a Pulmonary Embolism Video - About.com A...
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84Broccoli Is Bad for Me? Questions, Answers, and Information about Coumadin (warfarin)
Many people are placed on Coumadin or warfarin. These are the same drugs. Warfarin is the generic name for Coumadin. Warfarin is a serious medication but can be used safely when monitored. Monitoring means having blood work done periodically to...
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92The Negative Side Effects Of Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs)
Compact fluorescent bulbs are a more efficient way to provide electrical light within homes and other buildings. These bulbs are one of the easiest ways to save money. Despite the benefits, CFLs have a number of negatives as well. Health problems, mercury levels, and hazardous waste management are some of the issues.
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87Factor V Leiden
Factor V Leiden is a condition that affects many people. It is genetic and can cause blood clots. These clots can cause problems in pregnancy, cause vein damage, and can be potentially fatal. Factor V Leiden causes a higher risk of pulmonary embolism, deep vein thrombosis, miscarriage, and death.
7 comments87Thrombophilia: Factor V Leiden, Lupus Anticoagulant, Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) And Other Clotting Conditions
Many people have heard of hemophilia but not many people have heard of thrombophilia. Hemophilia is a condition where a person may have excessive bleeding. Thrombophilia is the opposite; it is a disease in which a person's blood may clot easily...
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