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A 52-year-old female asked:

In the past five weeks i have had 2 bruises around my left eye - one on the top inside corner & one on the botom. why is this? i am on warfarin.

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Dr. Kenneth Smithanswered

Internal Medicine 34 years experience

Coumadin (warfarin): Coumadin (warfarin) can cause easier bruising but when did you have last inr performed may require adjustment in dosage.

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Dr. Jay Bradleyanswered

Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery 20 years experience

Warfarin : Bruising while on warfarin is very common. Get your blood checked to be sure you are not over-anticoagulated.

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