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How long does it take for stomach biopsy to heal while taking plavix (clopidogrel)?

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Dr. David Masiello
Hematology and Oncology 20 years experience
No Change: Plavix (clopidogrel) dos enot affect wound healing. You are more prone to bleeding when taking plavix (clopidogrel) and if there is no bleeding a wound woul dheal in the same time frame as someone not taking plavix (clopidogrel).
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