reply to scottham777 In regards to Warfarin. I am a female of 94 years young. I would venture to say I have been on Warfarin/Coumadin for 30 years. Your doctor could be right. My doctor has tried to take me off Warfarin for a number of years. I always refuse. It is better the devil you do know than the one you don't. That is an old saying. For some people being on Coumadin can be a real hassle. Blood draws frequently to see how fast or slow your blood clots. Changes of dosage depending on your reading at that time. I found out through a trip to the ER that I was glad & so were the doctors that I was on Warfarin because I needed a SPINAL TAP immediately. Being on Warfarin they were able to immediately reverse the thinning effects of the Warfarin & proceed with my Spinal Tap. If I had been on the other newer blood thinners this could not have taken place immediately as needed in my case. Warfarin was a real PLUS for me at that time. I always keep it in mind. Warfarin as you probably know is a Rat Poison. It has kept this old rat alive for 30 years. I do not intend to give it up now. Your decision your body will be between you & your doctor & what he/she feels is best for your ongoing health & how confident you are in your doctor. Convenience might be a decision maker for you or the inconvenience of PTO/INR Blood draws. You might want to ask your doctor one question. Is the Medication you are on now Reversible incase of an emergency ?? I am sure you will make the right choice. If you decide on Warfarin & do not like it you can always go back to what you are on now. If by chance you are with Scripps or it is available to you they have an excellent Coumadin Clinic. You will be taken care of like you were one of the family. Best of health to you. Regards, boomarang