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I have minor nose bleeding with a history of valve replacement therapy. Please help.

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Answered by

Dr. Isaac Gana

Medically reviewed by

Dr. Vinodhini J.

Published At May 27, 2020
Reviewed AtJanuary 16, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 60-year-old female having a complaint of minor nose bleeding and headache for the last five days. I have undergone valve replacement therapy a few years ago, and tablet Acitrom 2 OD going on. My recent PT value - 17.40 s, INR - 1.52. As we do not have access to our doctor, what step we have to take ahead to manage the problem?

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Sorry to hear about your experience. Did you have a history of nose bleed long before the surgery? Or did the bleeding start after you started taking Ecosprin? Have you noticed bruising in any part of your body alongside the nasal bleed? Conditions like nasal polyps, hemophilia, Ecosprin medication she is currently using can cause it. If it started after the commencement of the Ecosprin, I advise you to call the doctor that prescribed the Ecosprin. There is a need to adjust its dosage or replace it. In the meantime try to apply an ice pack on your nose with your face in an upward direction and buy nasal spray Oxymetazoline it will help with your situation. If your symptoms persist, please go to the emergency so as to physically examine your nose.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

Now Escoprin is stopped only Acitrom is going on. From yesterday onwards the symptoms got reduced, is any need to change the drug?

Answered by Dr. Isaac Gana

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Please next time do not stop a medication without the consent of your physician first this can be very dangerous. Yes, the medication should be changed. Please inform the doctor that prescribed the medication he or she will be in the best position to tell you the best option moving forward because he knows her history.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Isaac Gana
Dr. Isaac Gana

Cardiology

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