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Should i be concerned with unaccountable bruising on the inside of my lower arms? i had a heart attack a year ago and am on some meds.

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Dr. Rodney Del Valle answered

Possibly not: If you are in aspirin, plavix, (clopidogrel) warfarin or any other blood thinners it will be a side effects of the meds. I will advise to see your doctor soon.

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Yes: Check your meds with pharmacist or your doctor. One may need lab work or anemia, platelets and coagulopathies.

Dr Lessnau agreed

Answered 5/15/2013

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A member asked:

Should i be concerned with unaccountable bruising on the inside of my lower arms? i had a heart attack a year ago and am on some meds.

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Rodney Del Valle answered

Dr Fowler and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Dr Lessnau agreed

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