What should we do for my father, a heart patient taking Acitrom 3mg, who previously had redness in his left leg and is now experiencing new swelling or a bulge in his upper left leg?
I understand your concern for your father. Since he is taking Acitrom (acenocoumarol) and has a history of leg redness, this new swelling or bulge in his upper left leg needs prompt medical evaluation. It is important to rule out conditions like a blood clot or localized bleeding, which can sometimes happen with blood thinners. Please consult his doctor or cardiologist soon. They will likely recommend a leg Doppler ultrasound to evaluate the swelling and an INR blood test to ensure his Acitrom dose is in the safe range. Meanwhile, please have him rest with his leg elevated and avoid massaging the area.
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What should we do for my father, a heart patient taking Acitrom 3mg, who previously had redness in his left leg and is now experiencing new swelling or a bulge in his upper left leg?
