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If your blood is clotting too much, do you need to get surgery?

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No: If you are concerned about the speed of your blood clotting, see your doctor for blood work.

Answered 7/21/2012

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Dr. Benjamin Lerner answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

No: There is no surgical procedure to reduce your ability to clot.

Answered 3/6/2013

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