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Could A Low Count Of Warfarin Cause Redness And Hard Lump In Legs?
Question: Could a low count of warfarin cause redness and a hard lump anywhere in the body. I have been on Warfarin for four years from DVT's and a PE. I went to the ER today because I noticed that both my feet were red and swollen with a lump in them. The ER doctor said he didn't see anything just a low count of Warfarin. I have been getting my INR/PT check every month.
Hi,
Yes, a low count of warfarin can cause redness, which is due to tendency of blood clot formation, which consequently may form a lump anywhere in the body.
Ideally your INR should be between 2 to 4, value less than 2 indicates insufficient anti-coagulation, while the same at more than 4 indicates higher risk of bleeding.
I suppose your PT/INR is normal.
Please do not hesitate to get back to me in case of clarifications.
Hope I was of help to you.
Regards,
Yes, a low count of warfarin can cause redness, which is due to tendency of blood clot formation, which consequently may form a lump anywhere in the body.
Ideally your INR should be between 2 to 4, value less than 2 indicates insufficient anti-coagulation, while the same at more than 4 indicates higher risk of bleeding.
I suppose your PT/INR is normal.
Please do not hesitate to get back to me in case of clarifications.
Hope I was of help to you.
Regards,
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