A 32-year-old member asked:
Can warfarin sodium cause gum bleeding?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Armando Berguidoanswered
36 years experience
Yes! See Physician: If your warfarin level becomes too high your gums can bleed, in this case you would be at high risk of hemorrhage, seek medical help inmediately. If your gums are healthy due to regular visits to dentist and good oral home care, then no gum bleeding.
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Dr. David Mjosanswered
46 years experience
Yes: It is a blood thinner and needs to be well controlled. Inadequate brushing & flossing
along with warfarin will certainly cause bleeding gums.
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Last updated Sep 28, 2016
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