How long should I continue taking Xarelto for a blood clot in the lung?

Hi doctor,

I tripped into solar light in the backyard before Christmas, and a month later, I had a flu virus, and my calf muscle hurt when I put weight on it. I went to the emergency room and was admitted for five days. The doctor found a blood clot in the lung. I was placed on Xarelto and took a larger dose for 21 days. Then last two months, I was on the lower dose. Should I need to continue Xarelto? What was the reason for going to be admitted to the hospital? It lasted about seven weeks. The main symptom is weakness. Please help.

Thanks.

Hi doctor,

Thanks for the reply.

Three months may be sufficient for Xarelto unless the D-dimer test is still high.

Thanks.

Hi doctor,

Thanks for the reply.

Could it occur again silently? Will the vein or vessel cure itself? When I walk, the calf muscle has soreness. There are no symptoms. Please help.

Thanks.

Hi doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

Then there is no need to taper off the Xarelto after I finish the last pills. Should I still take the D-dimer test soon to see if the clot is gone or have an image of the lung to be certain? Will the vein or vessel be normal again? Please help.

Thanks.

Hi doctor,

Thanks for the reply.

I had six Xarelto pills left and have been worried because I have no refills. I will see a doctor next week, and will stay alert.

Thanks.