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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I had a DVT in my leg but from a high dose BC before I was pregnant. I had symptoms, got it checked out and was able to do meds at home.

I was put on enoxoparin/Lovenox for 8-10 days and then on an oral tab (Coumadin) for six months. I had to go get my blood drawn and tested three times a week for the entire six months. It was a huge effing pain in the ass.

Once you have a clot you have a 50% chance of developing another within the next two years so you have to use preventative measures, especially when sitting for prolonged amounts of time (like flying). I was also not permitted to ever go back on hormonal birth control. As a precaution I was tested for all blood clotting disorders and was negative. Your doctor may very well send you for that just so you get checked out. [/quote]

There have been advances in the oral blood thinners over the last couple of years, so if you can afford the (very expensive) new kinds like Xarelto, you don't need to do the blood draws or restrict your eating the way you do on Coumadin/warfarin.  [/quote]

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