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I just had ankle hardware removal surgery to remove a plate and screws from a fracture years ago. what dosage of aspirin should i take daily to reduce my chances of dvt, etc. following the surgery? i am weight bearing and mostly active at this point?
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At age "37", without a history of cardiac or pulmonary disease, a "baby aspirin" (81 mg) is sufficient for prophylaxis for a possible DVT. Consult your orthopedic surgeon for his/her recommendation as well.
Answered 10/12/2021
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If you are ambulatory, aspirin is not needed to cover the post-surgical state. There is risk to taking aspirin and you should discuss it with your doctor to rule out contraindications to aspirin. For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs.
Answered 10/12/2021
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