A 39-year-old female asked:
had a stroke due to lupus anticoagulant. how do i prevent another one?
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Dr. Mark Rasak answered
33 years experience Cardiology
Coumadin (warfarin): Coumadin (warfarin).
Answered on Apr 18, 2013
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Dr. Khamid Bakhadirov answered
18 years experience Neurology
Blood thinner: If it is confirmed that antiphospholipid syndrome (lupus anticoagulant is part of it) caused your stroke, then blood thinner such as warfarin (coumadin) may be of benefit. You need to consult a neurologist to make sure it is a right choice.
Answered on May 26, 2016
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