A 56-year-old female asked:
Is it common to be on a blood thinner with a low white blood count, high cardiolipin igg and a positive ana? or is aspirin just as good for blood clotting issue?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Clarence Grimanswered
Endocrinology 59 years experience
I have no idea what blood clotting issue means. There are many and you need to discuss with the Dr who is treating you.
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Answered Nov 03, 2021
Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
You don't mention how high the igG cardiolipin antibody level is, but high levels do indicate a propensity to form blood clots in both veins and arteries. I would consult a hematologist to determine whether treatment with low dose aspirin for protection against arterial clots and true anticoagulants for protection against venous clots is advisable.
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Answered Nov 04, 2021
Last updated Nov 4, 2021
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