http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/clotting/ Latest NetWellness content for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders en-us Copyright 2007 NetWellness.org Fri, 05 Feb 2010 03:12:13 PST http://www.netwellness.org/images/logo/nwlogosmall.gif http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/clotting/ <b>Question</b>: what treatment options are there when a leg thrombosis follows a couple of weeks after a stroke (bleeding in the brain, anyurism?). Can a `blood thinning` medication cause another stroke? <p></p> <p> </p> <p><b>Answer</b>: <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5Ckkleman%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cms . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77262.htm Spero Cataland MD Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77262.htm <b>Question</b>: aprox 3 mos ago was hospitalized, received stints and an icd. I was told my aortic artery showed signs of blockage. now, my left leg seems to be fallinf asleep, to a higher degree at the time, and higher up the leg into my buttock. are these 2 related ? <p><b>Answer</b>: They may all be related to the blood vessel disease that you may already have from what you describe. You should call your physician to address these symptoms to be sure you don't need more urgent attention. <p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77206.htm Spero Cataland MD Sun, 24 Jan 2010 13:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/77206.htm <b>Question</b>: Hello, What do you think would be the cause for the veins in my arm to feel crimped and painful? I have 8% factor VIII and von willebrand. My blood is too thin for clots. I have HBP also. Thank you so much. <p><b>Answer</b>: There really is no good explanation for the symptoms that you feel in your veins. The only thing that would give symptoms would be a thrombosis, or if there was a ruptured vein, you would see a bruise. There really isn't any other good explanation, and it is difficult to do much more in this forum. . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76981.htm Spero Cataland MD Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76981.htm <b>Question</b>: I am a 57 year old woman in good health. I just had a cbc done and I had a white blood cell count of 5.1 and an elevated precentage of lymphocytes of 45.8%. segs were 44.2%. I am a little bit worried. My doctor had given me a copy of these tests and said everything was okay. Should I be worried and . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: No, you should not be worried. The number that counts is absolute segs and lymphocytes, which are normal at 2295 and 2244 respectfully. <p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Eric Kraut MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76950.htm Eric Kraut MD Fri, 08 Jan 2010 19:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76950.htm <b>Question</b>: For the past week, I have been having a throbbing pain at the base of my neck on the right side. It is an inch or so above my clavicle. I am a 51 year old female and am wondering what this is and if it is an area where something else can occur such as a blood clot. <p></p> <p> </p> <p><b>Answer</b>: While neck pain is not a common complaint related to blood clots, it is really difficult to say anything more specific in this forum. I would encourage you to follow-up with your regular physician if the symptoms persist or get worse.  <p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76891.htm Spero Cataland MD Thu, 07 Jan 2010 11:01:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76891.htm <b>Question</b>: There was no specific health topic for IDA so I chose something close/related. I have been diagnosed with IDA. My hematocrit (23%), hemoglobin (9), ferritan (7) levels are very low. I tried iron supplements but they only worked short term. I am now on iron infusions (ferricit) which are working. . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: It is difficult to make any specific recommendations regarding your care without being able to speak with you and examine you to get the full picture. It is important though to understand where the iron (blood) loss may be occurring. You will never be fully repleted if ongoing losses are not decrea . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76619.htm Spero Cataland MD Sun, 20 Dec 2009 15:12:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/76619.htm <b>Question</b>: I received a venipuncture procedure probably in my left medial antecubital fossa. I am not 100 precent sure that`s where it was, since I look the other way during venipuncture. Ever since the injection, my left arm has been hurting. It hurts on and off during the day around the injection area, the b . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Since the pain occurred after the venipuncture, that is obviously the most likely etiology. It is likely that there are smaller nerves that may have been injured. It should get better over time as the injured nerves heal, but this can sometimes takes weeks to a couple months. The EMG likely did not . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/75799.htm Spero Cataland MD Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:11:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/75799.htm <b>Question</b>: I recently had colonoscpy/endoscopy,and tech had difficult time finding vein in my hand for iv - pain and bruise lasted approx 1 1/2 weeks. yesterday had routine blood test and was grateful tech immediately found vein, but small bruise immediately, and today is the size of a baseball, and extending . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Thank you for visiting NetWellness. Please note, NetWellness is not an emergency service, and your question will not be assigned to one of our experts. Please do not hesitate to call your primary care provider or your local emergency room should you feel that you need immediate care. <p>Best . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Brenda Clark MPH, MA, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/75152.htm Brenda Clark MPH, MA Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:09:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/75152.htm <b>Question</b>: I suffer from a bleeding disorder and my doctor said that I must have my vaccines injected subcutaneously, not intramuscularly. Why is that? Does this have something to do with my bleeding disorder? <p></p> <p></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><b>Answer</b>: Subcutaneous injections are more superficial and less likely to induce bleeding. The vaccine should really be just as effective though given subcutaneously. <p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/75007.htm Spero Cataland MD Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:09:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/75007.htm <b>Question</b>: HELLO; I`VE BEEN TOLD I`M VERY LUCKY,(LIKE WINNING THE MEGA LOTTERY). IN AUG.1988 I HAD A PULMONARY EMBOLISM AND AN EMBOLUS IN MY RIGHT CALF. THIS HAPPENED ABOUT TWO WEEKS AFTER STEPPING IN TWO NAILS IN MY RIGHT FOOT. LAST SUMMER(JULY`08)MY DOCTOR WANTED ME TO GET A CT SCAN BECAUSE A BLOOD TEST I HA . . .<p><b>Answer</b>: Unfortunately, what you describe is not so uncommon. Many times patients can have repeated clots, which identifies someone who we feel is prone to blood clots. There are several factors present in you that likely explain your clotting history. <br /><br />I would agree from the limited information t . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Spero Cataland MD, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/74977.htm Spero Cataland MD Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:09:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/question.cfm/74977.htm <b>NW Article</b>: Hemostasis is the body's system for controlling bleeding and clotting. Normally, a delicate balance exists. Too much clotting (thrombophilia) could cause dangerous blood clots to form, but not enough clotting could result in serious bleeding problems. The body has several mechanisms to maintain the . . .<p><b>Ask an Expert</b>: Elizabeth Varga MS, CGC, Bleeding and Clotting Disorders http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/clotting/overview.cfm Elizabeth Varga MS, CGC Fri, 18 Aug 2006 00:08:00 EST http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/clotting/overview.cfm