Signs of bleeding in people taking medicines to prevent blood clots
If you have had a transient ischemic attack or stroke and are taking aspirin or other medicines that prevent blood clots, watch for signs of bleeding. Signs of bleeding include:
- Blood in urine or red or tarry stools.
- Bleeding from the nose or gums or spitting up blood.
- Excessive or prolonged vaginal bleeding.
- Frequent, severe bruising or tiny red or purple spots on the skin.
| Author: | Monica Rhodes | Last Updated: January 8, 2009 |
| Medical Review: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Richard D. Zorowitz, MD - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | |
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