A simple asprin may reduce DVT flying risk
Jan 16, 2001, 5:21 am
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A simple asprin may reduce DVT flying risk
A simple asprin may reduce DVT flying risk
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Jan 16, 2001, 6:10 am
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"MAY" is the operational term here, Glen! 
My recommendation, FWIW, is to consult your "doc" for medical advice!
Remember, aspirin may also cause rather profound gastric irritation and so on - particularly on an empty stomach! And in combination with a hefty dose of alcohol, you may really be giving your liver a workout! And what other medications is one taking! Again, IMHO, it's all about benefit/risk anaylsis!
My recommendation, FWIW, is to consult your "doc" for medical advice!
Remember, aspirin may also cause rather profound gastric irritation and so on - particularly on an empty stomach! And in combination with a hefty dose of alcohol, you may really be giving your liver a workout! And what other medications is one taking! Again, IMHO, it's all about benefit/risk anaylsis!
Jan 16, 2001, 6:34 am
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I usually take a couple of aspirin before boarding a flight (not on a full stomach for reasons Doc mentioned).
I've found it makes me less tired and my ears don't pop as frequently. The DVT thing (if true) is just a bonus.
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I've found it makes me less tired and my ears don't pop as frequently. The DVT thing (if true) is just a bonus.
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Jan 16, 2001, 7:04 am
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Far as I know there is no published data supporting taking one ASA prior to flight to reduce DVT risk. I'd seem more logical to make a recommendation of starting 7-10 days prior for max benefit. Obvisouly those with gastric ulcers, etc should NOT take prophylaxis asparin. The common advice from travel medicine physicians is to stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, get up and walk, and perform isometric exercises in your seat.
Jan 16, 2001, 7:27 am
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Burkey (& doc, pharmacologically, speaking ): I was wondering why you were suddenly referring to taking a United Express flight on Atlantic Southeast Airlines, but then I remembered about acetylsalicilic acid. 
): I was wondering why you were suddenly referring to taking a United Express flight on Atlantic Southeast Airlines, but then I remembered about acetylsalicilic acid.
Jan 16, 2001, 8:09 am
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Doc .. I NEVER like doing things by halves. so here's the deal. I will pledge to cut out the Asprin, but still keep drinking the French bubbly kindly laid on by Senor Jim goodwin and team. Sounds medically sound to me.
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Jan 16, 2001, 8:35 am
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Aspirin ain't the only alternative. For instance...
Vitamin E might be a good idea if you can't tolerate aspirin, don't want to take, it or want to self-medicate without consulting your doctor
400 - 800iu of vitamin E has a blood-thinning effect.
In the USA you can purchase Ginkgo Biloba and take that. It also has a blood clot inhibiting effect, thought to be partly responsible for its salutary effects on age related cognitive disorders.
Vitamin E might be a good idea if you can't tolerate aspirin, don't want to take, it or want to self-medicate without consulting your doctor
400 - 800iu of vitamin E has a blood-thinning effect.
In the USA you can purchase Ginkgo Biloba and take that. It also has a blood clot inhibiting effect, thought to be partly responsible for its salutary effects on age related cognitive disorders.
Jan 16, 2001, 9:11 pm
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There seem to be a few medico based FT'ers above, so I'll ask the question. My flights are ALL long haul, often 15 hours a time, so I really have to be conscious of this DVT threat.
I have no internal hassles with 500 mg of asprin. If I took a few Vitamin E as well is that likely to have no extra effect, or might it have any possible side effects? I take E once a week so have no side effect problem with that either it appears.
Thanks. Medicare Australia will take care of your account.
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I have no internal hassles with 500 mg of asprin. If I took a few Vitamin E as well is that likely to have no extra effect, or might it have any possible side effects? I take E once a week so have no side effect problem with that either it appears.
Thanks. Medicare Australia will take care of your account.
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