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Significant random bruising since on plavix x 1 month for stent. also on plaquenil for 8 yrs for lupus with no bruising until plavix. likely normal or contact rheum or have labs drawn?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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UNFORTUNATELY: this is more likely than not due to the PLAVIX.. You should, however, with your medical history of LUPUS check this out with your rheumatologist! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 5/19/2018

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A member asked:

Significant random bruising since on plavix x 1 month for stent. also on plaquenil for 8 yrs for lupus with no bruising until plavix. likely normal or contact rheum or have labs drawn?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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