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Blood clot in arm 6 days post op

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kim2002    140

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Arm has been hurting for a couple of days now, (same arm as my IV site) so I called my PCP and they saw me, told me it was cellulitis from the IV! On the way out I didn't feel comfortable, so I asked for an ultrasound!

I have clot in a superficial vein, in my right forearm:( but I'm checking in the ER right now to find out what they are going to do!!!

Kim

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AmyInOrlando    348

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It's always good to "go with your gut", listen to your own intuition. It's a good thing you asked for the ultrasound. Good luck, and I hope it resolves quickly. Keep us posted.

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Slurpee_girl    22

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I hope it turns out ok.

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Healthiernewme    81

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Bug the heck out if the ER docs until you get treatment. Blood clots can be very serious. Sending positive vibes your way!!

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kim2002    140

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I'm being treated with 600mg of ibuprofen, and Prilosec 40mg (PPI) every 6 hrs! I will follow up on Monday and they will order another ultrasound to make sure it is resolving!!! :(

Kim

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Healthiernewme    81

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I'm so glad you are getting treatment and following up:)

I have a fem-fem bypass (left to right leg) and a blood clot has been one of my biggest fears. Also, I know how important it is to insist you get the appropriate attention from doctor (since I am currently living with the result of a doctors "accident" - not related to sleeve BTW).

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kim2002    140

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Ibuprofen and Prilosec?! What in the sam hell? I would demand to be on heparin!

Well the Prilosec is to protect my new sleeve, and I guess the ibuprofen as a low dose thinner, they said NSAIDS were good for thinning the blood

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PGee    318

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So sorry you are going through this......good luck!!!

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ShrinkyDinkMe101    82

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Yikes! I hope it resolves soon!

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