Need a colonoscopy but on Eliquis February 06, 2020 04:45PM |
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Yes, they will want you off Eliquis for a colonoscopy. My EP bridged me with Lovenox as it's half life is very short. Forget the exact protocol, but I think I was on Lovenox until the day before. They did remove 2 polyps so that delayed my return to Eliquis. I understand the discomfort about having to stop Eliquis!Quote
smackman
It is time for my colonoscopy. As most know, I am on Eliquis for life. They want me off for 3 days. What is the answer to this? I definitely do not want to drastically up my chances of a stroke. I have had one colonoscopy done where one polyp removed 10 years ago that was one stage from cancerous. Also my Daddy has cancer of the transverse colon so bad family history.
They will not budge on the 3 days. What have some of you done when this situation has occurred? Stressful to say the least. I thank God and this Forum for leading me to Austin. Shannon is such a inspiration to me and my wife for all he has done for us.
Thanks in advance
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Re: Need a colonoscopy but on Eliquis February 06, 2020 11:16PM |
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No P wave. Good velocity flow; Everything great but no P wave.Quote
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I don't recall your issue, but why are you one Eliquis? And if you were off it for three days, what could happen that could cause a stroke.
I had afib for 5 years (didn't know it) with over 100 episodes, but it was misdiagnosed and I wasn't of any blood thinners. Seems the stroke risk was pretty small for me.
Having cancer of the colon seems like a bigger issue than being off Eliquis for 3 days. Removing polyps is better than removing the colon.
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Re: Need a colonoscopy but on Eliquis February 07, 2020 01:10AM |
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I am also on Medicare, my EP prescribed the Lovenox, Medicare paid for it = procedure paid for 100%. My gastro was okay with it as long as my EP prescribed it.Quote
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Also, This procedure is generally paid for 100%. How will this bridging change the cost for this outpatient procedure? This will be my First time with Medicare and my supplement. Will Medicare cover this bridging?
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