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I was diagnosed yesterday with a large VTE in my left femoral vein. I’m in a rehab facility and have been on Zlovenox 40mg sc daily. Now they want me on Eliquis. Started first dose last night. I’m being worked up for petechiae, purpura, prolonged bleeding times, etc. My sister bled out on the OR table during her TAVR procedure because Eliquis was new and she received a dose the day before her duty. No antidote concerns me. I’m really concerned I could bleed out due to my blood disorder being worked up now by a “benign hematologist”. I had a Hematologist/Oncologist but MDKCV in NYC reviewed my bloodwork and determined in didn’t need MSKCC but did need Follow-up with the “benign hematologist” at Columbia University Medical Center. Any advice? They considered just giving me the Lovenox sq q12h vs daily? Might that ne s better option ?

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I’ve been on Ellquis for three years. Before any of my surgeries they told me to stop taking it 3 to 5 days before. Good luck with your surgery.

Hello @cece1112 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. What a tragedy that your sister passed away. I am so very sorry for your loss. Your concerns coupled with your experience of losing your sister is so valid and understandable.

Can I ask how forthright you've been with these concerns with your hematologists in the past and if you have a plan to discuss this thoroughly at your follow-up?