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66 you old fem, pulmonary embolism (1 very large, several small clots), deep vein thrombosis, just started xarelto. what is life expectancy?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Good: Depending on other co-morbidities etc, the answer may be slightly different, but basically if you are treated well, stay healthy, take care of yourself, and take your medication as prescribed. you may live a normal healthy life.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 6/18/2022

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Dr. Neil Halin answered

Specializes in Interventional Radiology

Good: With proper anticoagulation and treatment of the cause of the pulmonary embolism you should be fine.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/8/2021

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