Signs of bleeding in people taking medications to prevent blood clots
If you have had a transient ischemic attack or stroke and are taking ASA or other medications that prevent blood clots, watch for signs of bleeding. Signs of bleeding include:
- Blood in urine or red or tarry stools.
- Bleeding from the nose or gums or spitting up blood.
- Excessive or prolonged vaginal bleeding.
- Frequent, severe bruising or tiny red or purple spots on the skin.
| Author: | Douglas Dana Robin Parks, MS | Last Updated: May 14, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine Richard D. Zorowitz, MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | |
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