I take Coumadin for clots. Is it safe to do accupuncture. I still have active clots?

I take Coumadin for clots. Is it safe to do accupuncture. I still have active clots.

Asked by Frank1 14 months ago Similar questions: Coumadin clots safe accupuncture active Health > Conditions & Diseases.

Similar questions: Coumadin clots safe accupuncture active.

I would say no, but that is something only your doctor could tell you.

As pammy suggested, consult your physician. Not all Western-trained physicians will look open-mindedly at acupuncture, so you also need to incorporate the opinion of a profesionally trained acupuncturist. Here are 2 articles from respected sources.My take is don't do it because of the bleeding risk.

URL2 Mayo Clinic staff "The risks of acupuncture are low if you have a competent, certified acupuncture practitioner. Possible side effects and complications include:? Soreness, bleeding or bruising at the needle sites?

Internal organ injury, particularly to the lungs, if the needles are pushed in too deeply? Infectious disease, such as hepatitis, contracted from reused needles Not everyone is a good candidate for acupuncture or for particular types of acupuncture. Conditions that may increase your risks of complications include:?

Bleeding disorders. Your chances of bleeding or bruising from the needles increases if you have a bleeding disorder or if you're taking blood thinners such as warfarin (Coumadin).?Having a pacemaker. Some types of acupuncture involve applying mild electrical pulses to the needles, which can interfere with a pacemaker's operation.?Being pregnant.

Some types of acupuncture have been known to stimulate labor, which could result in a premature delivery. "nccam.nih.gov/health/acupuncture/"Side Effects and RisksAcupuncture is generally considered safe when performed by an experienced practitioner using sterile needles. Relatively few complications from acupuncture have been reported.

Serious adverse events related to acupuncture are rare, but include infections and punctured organs. Additionally, there are fewer adverse effects associated with acupuncture than with many standard drug treatments (such as anti-inflammatory medication and steroid injections) used to manage painful musculoskeletal conditions like fibromyalgia, myofascial pain, osteoarthritis, and tennis elbow. " gov/health/acupuncture.

I do acupuncture....it doesn't affect clots. Call the acupuncturists and talk to them.

Thank you. I have had accupuncture before but it was worrying me because of my condition. Frank1 14 months ago .

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Lungs cancer with blood clots. He wants to stop the coumadin..should he?

I am on Coumadin for clots and I am concerned if it is safe...will it dislodge the clots I have etc.

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