tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.comments2023-09-07T08:41:15.174-04:00Frey BirdFreyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14340793431986623538noreply@blogger.comBlogger267125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-28368949001382996532016-07-25T02:34:20.699-04:002016-07-25T02:34:20.699-04:00Another instance of DVT from calf muscle tear. 23 ...Another instance of DVT from calf muscle tear. 23 year old otherwise healthy male. Received a slight calf strain at Hapkido training, didn't suspect anything untoward but skipped next training session as I was experiencing mild pain and thought I should rest. Over the course of the weekend pain and swelling grew until walking/stairs were very difficult. Visited the doctors on Monday and after ultrasound, diagnosed with multiple clots in the calf as well as old clots in the process of being absorbed. Had no symptoms with the previous clots.<br /><br />The GP started me on 15mg Xarelto and after a week the swelling and pain dissipated but still mildly painful on occasion. Unable to see specialist for over a month and very worried as I'm struggling without being able to practice martial arts. Is anyone else practicing while on Xarelto? As there is no reversal agent for this I feel it would be a bad idea, as while practice is mostly non contact/light contact, accidents do happen and throwing/falling is a large part of Hapkido.<br /><br />My younger brother was diagnosed with a DVT years ago at 16 after a soccer injury and was on Clexane and Warfarin for a year. He was identified as having a mutation in the Factor V gene (Factor V Leiden) so I am suspecting I will have the same.Pseudo92https://www.blogger.com/profile/11353376614136816227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-28389841104217671762016-06-03T05:55:26.906-04:002016-06-03T05:55:26.906-04:00Hi...any news on the possibility to swim in (cold?...Hi...any news on the possibility to swim in (cold?) Water whilst on coumadin ? Had a DVT after a suspect PE (misdiagnosed as Pneumonia ! ..got it soon after half marathon in London...no didimero prescribed ! No PE suspect. ..)...<br />Now on coumadin after DVT in left calf...want to go swimming or cycling or running...which I did as an amateur before..Fritz 62https://www.blogger.com/profile/05295941294803956535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-63240898859912568602015-12-27T21:12:18.403-05:002015-12-27T21:12:18.403-05:00Staph infection is deadly, and should be treated a...Staph infection is deadly, and should be treated as soon as possible, it usually begins as a small area of tenderness, swelling and redness. Herbal Medicine is the best for this infection, I have finally been cured of staph. If you have staph, don't be discourage, stop using Western medicine and embrace herbal product or contact directly Jack for help. (drjack430@gmail.com) Aaron Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05452119555068858910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-53024907545395478322015-12-23T19:23:41.635-05:002015-12-23T19:23:41.635-05:00I had knee surgery in 2011, out patient, and withi...I had knee surgery in 2011, out patient, and within a week I was in the hosptial with a Staph infection and blood clot. Was in the hospital for a week that involved a second surgery on my knee, a IV line inserted into my arm and 4 days of pain without sleep. Once home I had to give myself two shots per day in my stomach (blood thinner) and give myself two IV's daily for six weeks. Arm became infected from IV line and had to return to hospital to have another line inserted. 12 weeks total recovery time.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11492402956705154229noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-81226478453668389202015-12-22T01:11:14.633-05:002015-12-22T01:11:14.633-05:00I had an out of the blue knee infection exactly li...I had an out of the blue knee infection exactly like yours In October 2015 except mine was h influenza. No prior surgery or fall or any skin issues. We have no idea how it got in there. I am also athletic and was putting in 50 miles a week on the treadmill - don't know the correlation but it sucks! <br /><br />The ER drained 80 ccs of pus from the right knee and was admitted to the hospital for 2 weeks. Two cleanout surgeries and picc line inserted so that I could continue IV antibiotics until the end of Novembet. It's been 9 weeks and I still can't walk normally. Even worse, every time I get a headache or any symptom, I panic and think the infection is back..,,, but in my brain or blood. <br /><br /><br />I'm hoping PT continues to help my ROM- I'm not even at 90 degrees yet because my leg had to stay still and straight until the infection was completely gone. <br /><br /><br />If you have anything to help or share or have words of encouragement I can be reached at dtesta66@gmail.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01552153775199001284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-40298116080345678332015-07-27T08:53:48.538-04:002015-07-27T08:53:48.538-04:00Update to my previous post. Bear with the long pos...Update to my previous post. Bear with the long post here. On July 29th, following the post, I was diagnosed with bilateral pulmonary embolism. This was discovered when I visited my PCP for a scheduled follow up for the DVT. He was concerned with my elevated pulse and bp as possible symptoms of PE. A quick return trip to the hospital and chest CT confirmed his suspicion. I was admitted that night. Fortunately my PE's were small. After one night, more blood tests and an echocardiogram to confirm that heart function was not being compromised by the PE I was released for outpatient care the following day.<br /><br />After two weeks of Lovenox & Coumadin treatment and recovery I was sent to the hematologist for further consultation. Based on a family history of two siblings with DVT he decided to run blood tests on all of the known genetic causes for hyper coagulation. All were negative except one. This being MTHFR C677T (Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase)passed along by one of my parents(heterozygous). In short, this mutation reduces your ability to process folic acid by 40% with the heterozygous expression. This sets forth a chemical chain reaction in your blood which increases homocysteine levels. This conversion is important for detoxifying your blood. Folic acid is the synthesized version of folate found beans, green leafy vegis and fruit. Unfortunately folic acid is found in most breakfast cereals and baked goods with enriched wheat flour.<br /><br />Even with this my PCP thinks the DVT/PE was brought about by multiple factors. These being; genetic disposition, low resting hr, dehydration and a job which has me sitting at cpu for hours. A perfect storm if you will.<br /><br />Hopefully some dietary changes and alterations to my work habits will have a positive effect.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01169864942742052698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-78866406628573894742015-06-28T03:58:14.670-04:002015-06-28T03:58:14.670-04:00Just returned from dvt diagnosis. Like many it all...Just returned from dvt diagnosis. Like many it all started with an assumed to be benign cramp on Thurs. By last night and some moving around of the location from calf to thigh to calf, walking was very difficult. Readers take note. In my case I had zero swelling. This almost led to misdiagnosis. Fortunately a blood test and subsequent ultrasound revealed it. An hour ago I thought my cycling life could be done. Thanks to Frey and and his forum I now have some much needed optimism. Thanks Frey.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01169864942742052698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-11896029475333767152015-06-08T23:55:02.073-04:002015-06-08T23:55:02.073-04:00My experience may not be relevant to your situatio...My experience may not be relevant to your situation, but for what it is worth...<br />I seldom used to experience cramps of any sort.<br />I came to triathlon only in my mid-forties.<br />Early on in my weekly swim coaching sessions, I started to cramp regularly in my calves. Initially this was only while swimming, later they came on during rest or while at work (usually when sitting for a long period with bad posture, feet folded beneath chair). I did not make a connection to poor hydration (sufficient fluids), but did (and still do) suspect a connection to electrolyte levels (reduced by too much fluid with poor electrolyte concentration). I digress. The point is, my clots were shown to run the length of my upper thighs and into my groin.<br />Several years later, the residual clots have dissolved, yet I retain the tendency to cramp in both calves.<br />It is my opinion that the cramping does not occur anywhere near the clotting site. Rather it indicates compromised circulatory function elsewhere - in my case initial difficulty pushing blood that had gone down my legs back up through veins constricted by clots and nowadays through the same veins with damaged valves.AKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16895972847460905577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-75082617191953140722015-06-08T12:03:42.602-04:002015-06-08T12:03:42.602-04:00I am following up from my post on March 27 of 2014...I am following up from my post on March 27 of 2014. I have been on Foblee now for 5 years and for 5 years I was clot free. Until about 6 months ago. I did a fairly hard run and spent the next 2 days sitting at my desk at work, sedentary and dehydrated. By the afternoon on the second day I felt a pain in my right calf and immediately new it was a clot which was confirmed with an ultra sound. The clot, like most of the clots I've had, dissolved within a week. 5 days ago, I was cycling on a warm day, didn't have proper hydration leading up to the ride, and as I was at my threshold limit, my right calf severely cramped. The pain and tightness dissipated slightly but I do still feel something in my calf. <br /><br />Because of my history I most likely will go get an ultrasound but I'm wondering IF ANYONE ELSE HAS CLOTTED AFTER THEY'VE EXPERIENCED A SEVERE CRAMP IN THEIR CALF? Has anyone been told that because you've had clots in your calf, you are more susceptible to cramping in that same calf?<br /><br />Your response is very much appreciated.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15798966746757194629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-58671199062023381862014-11-08T16:35:25.295-05:002014-11-08T16:35:25.295-05:00Hello all, Another case of a supposedly fit (and i...Hello all, Another case of a supposedly fit (and in this case 45 year old male) individual having a DVT and multiple PE's. Incidentally I am told that it's pretty much impossible to have a solitary PE. Anyway my first symptom was superficial thrombophlebitis of the long saphenous vien over the left medial maleolus. Some time later my fitness deteriorated with increasing breathlessness and then only at the end did I have a obvious DVT. Another interesting event was being sent home immediately post diagnosis of multiple PE from A&E after a dose of clexane. Suffice to say I now take warfarin.<br /><br />The worst bit of all has been the post PE investigations. One showed lesions in the liver which they felt might have been mets. This led to further investigations and it seems that the blobs are benign. Ot goes without saying that those days were not good ones. Modern medicine with its sensitive but not specific invistigations does harm.<br /><br />Anyway am back on the bike but around 15% down on threshold power. But it's good to still be alive!richardnpyatthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14019396706252820980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-48822528854024683552014-10-02T22:52:52.278-04:002014-10-02T22:52:52.278-04:00@Mike Baker, I suppose the "normal" prov...@Mike Baker, I suppose the "normal" provocations for a clot would be trauma beyond a mere muscle pull, or surgery, or a genetic factor.<br /><br />In any event, just checking back in as I approach 11 months since 2nd DVT (which led to 1st and hopefully only PE!). Warfarin is just another part of my life now, as is weekly DIY monitoring (I was lucky to find a fellow bike racer who had a CoaguChek kit, and test strips are readily available online).<br /><br />I've survived a full season of road bicycle racing in Colorado and had a blast, logging 5,500 miles so far this year. I still freak out when I get a sore calf, but they've all resolved themselves quickly.<br /><br />I wear a Sigvaris compression sleeve on my left calf pretty much full time when not exercising due to post-thrombotic syndrome. Without the sleeve, the leg swells and feels tight due to blood pooling, since the first DVT damaged the valves in the affected veins. Thankfully, the sleeve works very well.<br /><br />Stay strong, everyone, and remember you're not the only one having to deal with clots.Garrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02161336530012778743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-37082502056347714852014-10-02T22:47:07.878-04:002014-10-02T22:47:07.878-04:00@Mike Baker, I suppose the "normal" prov...@Mike Baker, I suppose the "normal" provocations for a clot would be trauma beyond a mere muscle pull, or surgery, or a genetic factor.<br /><br />In any event, just checking back in as I approach 11 months since 2nd DVT (which led to 1st and hopefully only PE!). Warfarin is just another part of my life now, as is weekly DIY monitoring (I was lucky to find a fellow bike racer who had a CoaguChek kit, and test strips are readily available online).<br /><br />I've survived a full season of road bicycle racing in Colorado and had a blast, logging 5,500 miles so far this year. I still freak out when I get a sore calf, but they've all resolved themselves quickly.<br /><br />I wear a Sigvaris compression sleeve on my left calf pretty much full time when not exercising due to post-thrombotic syndrome. Without the sleeve, the leg swells and feels tight due to blood pooling, since the first DVT damaged the valves in the affected veins. Thankfully, the sleeve works very well.<br /><br />Stay strong, everyone, and remember you're not the only one having to deal with clots.Garrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02161336530012778743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-70114969215639006882014-09-06T03:09:35.371-04:002014-09-06T03:09:35.371-04:00Its nice informational sharing about depression an...Its nice informational sharing about depression and useful for all us. Thanks for sharing it with us, keep it on...<br /><br />For <a href="http://paulamethod.com/treated-ailments/depression/" title="Anti Depression Exercises" rel="nofollow"><b>anti depression exercises</b></a> you can also visit here: <a href="http://paulamethod.com/treated-ailments/depression/" rel="nofollow"><b>www.paulamethod.com</b></a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03378693453941065969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-11400661604626470842014-07-27T11:17:03.281-04:002014-07-27T11:17:03.281-04:00Hi Frey. I would be curious to know what precautio...Hi Frey. I would be curious to know what precautions you personally take today (if any) in regards of your past blood clot episodes.<br /><br />I had some similar problems time ago although I don't practice your same sports, but I like to search and hear ideas from different sources and people as unfortunately the doctors (at least the ones I saw by now) aren't too cooperative with this kind of health problems in relation with the sport.Oresteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475520224879791889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-52281472887996453262014-05-26T13:22:23.686-04:002014-05-26T13:22:23.686-04:00Hey Keith, sorry to hear about your problems, but ...Hey Keith, sorry to hear about your problems, but it sounds like you're doing well now. Also, make sure you check with your doctor about any changes that you make in your medicine!Freyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14340793431986623538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-77675032592558350302014-05-26T08:42:16.045-04:002014-05-26T08:42:16.045-04:00I am 60 years old, male. I live in the UK.I have b...I am 60 years old, male. I live in the UK.I have been a regular runner for 25 years.<br /><br />In January 2013, while running a 10 mile road race, I found myself fatiguing and slowing down atypically. I had no pain or swelling in my legs. On subsequent races I experienced the same problems. In June 2013, I had a sharp pain in my chest, which was found to be a pulmonary embolism. I was started on Warfarin. About a month later, I started to experience pains in my knees, which I had never had before. In November 2013, I had to stop running.<br /><br />About a month ago I was diagnosed with osteo-arthritis in the knees. My PE was said to be unprovoked, and that I would need to be on Warfarin indefinitely. I have suspected that my knee trouble was related to Warfarin, maybe Vit K deficiency. In the autumn of 2012, I had run 2 Half Marathons,3 10Ks an a 10 miler, with no discomfort. I have recently chosen to stop taking Warfarin, and be very vigilant regarding hydration, changing posture regularly and taking foods that encourage anticoagulation. I am now able to run better.<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06036781681130047238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-84895429619714935972014-05-26T08:22:21.762-04:002014-05-26T08:22:21.762-04:00I am 60 years old, male. I have been a regular run...I am 60 years old, male. I have been a regular runner for 25 years. I live in the UK.<br /><br />In January 2013 while running a 10 mile road race, I found myself fatiguing and slowing down atypically. In subsequent races I experienced the same problem. I had no swelling or discomfort in my legs. In June 2013, I had pain in my chest which proved to be a pulmonary embolism. I was put on Warfarin, about a month later I started experiencing pain in my knees, which I had never experienced before. In October I had to stop running. My PE was described as unprovoked, and I would need to be on Warfarin indefinitely. About a month ago my knee pain was diagnosed as osteo-arthritis.I have suspected that my knee pain was due to Warfarin and related vit K deficiency.<br /><br />I have decided to discontinue Warfarin and be vigilant on hydration, sitting down too long and taking foods that encourage anticoagulation.I have now found I can run better. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06036781681130047238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-3430184500371858852014-03-27T22:23:00.175-04:002014-03-27T22:23:00.175-04:00I would highly suggest looking up external iliac v...I would highly suggest looking up external iliac vein or arterial compression/blockage. I'm going through similar issues that you've had and am getting an MRI and a venograph of my pelvis soon. It's becoming more prevalent in cyclists like us due to bending over the bars for extended periods of time. Leighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13043246454160306426noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-45266501731228501472014-03-27T16:34:05.438-04:002014-03-27T16:34:05.438-04:00I am circling back to post an update on my clottin...I am circling back to post an update on my clotting condition. I originally posted in 2007 when I experienced my first of three clots in my legs. I went to a specialist who couldn't explain why I was clotting so I went to another specialist. He unfortunately said the same thing. Long story short but I finally met a specialist who discovered that I have a rare MTHFR gene mutation (best to Google MTHFR gene mutation or talk to a specialist to learn more rather than me explain it). The treatment is simple. I take Foblee once a day which is a small pill containing vitamin B6, B12 and folic acid. I have been taking that for close to 3 years and I've been clot free. I know this isn't the solution for all but wanted to pass along the information.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15798966746757194629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-5054214817076348012014-03-27T14:57:30.400-04:002014-03-27T14:57:30.400-04:00Garrick, you made several interesting comments. T...Garrick, you made several interesting comments. The first was "but the specific provocation (pulling a muscle while exercising) was not at all normal". I assume "normal" meant long flight, surgery, etc. Looking at your original post, it looks like a muscle strain triggered the first blood clot. The second thing that I found interesting was that the original clot was dissolved. Lastly, I found it interesting the the current blood clot was in the other calf. I wonder how often it occurs in same leg. Keep hanging in there!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00918494666254259906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-15739023826804733762014-03-26T23:11:53.822-04:002014-03-26T23:11:53.822-04:00Back again... I see the traffic is decreasing, but...Back again... I see the traffic is decreasing, but still there, so I'll add more data. As you can see above, I had a DVT in my left calf in 1/2012, rode extensively while on Warfarin, and got a clean ultrasound (and discontinued Warfarin) exactly six months on the drug.<br /><br />About a year after the DVT, I noticed increased symptoms of post-thrombotic syndrome anytime I wasn't exercising and began searing Sigvaris compression sleeves when not on the bike. Those have worked wonderfully, and I highly recommend them once your doctor says you can wear compression socks (I was told flat-out that compression stockings are NOT indicated for acute DVT).<br /><br />Fast-forward to October 2013. By now, I have gotten back into bicycle racing after an 11-year hiatus, joined a team, and am having a blast. I did a cyclocross on a whim with no 'cross-specific training, and afterwards - uh oh - my right calf was sore as hell. I rested and elevated the leg, but the soreness remained. The ominous part was when I developed discomfort breathing, as though I had a softball under my lower right rib cage.<br /><br />Off to the ER I went, and after ultrasound confirmed a "small" clot behind my right knee, a CT scan with contrast dye found multiple clots in my lungs, including some big ones. Yep, the fact that I'm typing this means that I'm a Pulmonary Embolism survivor. 3 days in the hospital on Heparin, and the inflammation of my chest lining due to the infarction was the worst pain I've ever felt. I was maxed out on Oxycodone and still needed oxygen because I could barely inhale.<br /><br />So, once more with the Lovenox, then the Warfarin... and I will be on Warfarin for life now. I saw a hematologist, and based on my history he agrees my clots were provoked, but the specific provocation (pulling a muscle while exercising) was not at all normal. For me, the risk of recurrence was much greater than the risk of being on Warfarin.<br /><br />Now, as before, I found that riding made me feel better, and I believe it helped my lung function rebound faster. I coughed up blood for about 2 months, but my lungs now feel normal (except that I get a slight "heavy" sensation where the initial pain was if I get really dehydrated). I've been riding more than I have in 10 years, almost 1400 miles this year so far, and did quite well in a criterium with 100 riders (in Boulder, no less).<br /><br />In essence, I'm living my life as if nothing ever happened, except that I take Warfarin every day and I don't binge on broccoli and spinach (although I DO eat salads regularly). Is it risky? Sure, but risks can be understood and managed. Before, I only ever rode by myself. Now, I ride with a team and with other racers who know me and my history. If I should wreck, they know (or can read my RoadID bracelet and figure out) that I may need help, and fast. However, I continue to believe that exercise - even the strenuous variety - is only beneficial and improves my long-term outlook.Garrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02161336530012778743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-59714354071042378482014-02-28T14:20:45.296-05:002014-02-28T14:20:45.296-05:00After trying several brands, I've settled on t...After trying several brands, I've settled on the Zensah sleeve. The right amountof compression, the durability is good. I've had a DVT in one leg for about three years now. I like the sleeve better than the sock because I only wear it on the bad leg. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00918494666254259906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-20351886306415467182014-02-27T19:18:28.076-05:002014-02-27T19:18:28.076-05:00Does anyone have recommendations for a brand/type ...Does anyone have recommendations for a brand/type of compression stockings to wear during exercise? I am a cyclist who has post-thrombotic syndrome after developing a large clot in my left iliofemoral vein. There are several companies making compression hose from different materials. Any suggestions as to which brand/type to buy in the 30-40 mmHg strength that are comfortable/tolerable during prolonged exercise?alde3620https://www.blogger.com/profile/16812206225508579180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-88960367125970359102013-10-06T07:42:52.976-04:002013-10-06T07:42:52.976-04:00Hello, I am just going through the same type of in...Hello, I am just going through the same type of infection. it happened after a knee scope surgery. a week after the surgery the got infected. it took 3 visits to ER before they realized it was staph infection. They operated twice to clean out the joint. I am in antibiotics until end of this month. the knee is still fairly swollen and painful. how long will it take to be back to normal?Play hard!https://www.blogger.com/profile/04934873744207760689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982452206634436626.post-82095658863329880552013-09-13T01:07:00.309-04:002013-09-13T01:07:00.309-04:00My son is currently being treated for staph in his...My son is currently being treated for staph in his knee. He fell down in gravel about 6 weeks ago and a watched his knee up good. They say now that there may be gravel pieces embedded in his knee. He has been playing tackle footbs until today when he said it was too painful to run. He has surgery in 10 days. After the antibiotics kick in. Scared for my 11 year old after reading so much on the Internet. Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00798988055023751295noreply@blogger.com