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July 2, 2025
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Members responded warmly to a question about frequent bruising after a heart attack and stent placement, with many sharing that they... Read more

Members responded warmly to a question about frequent bruising after a heart attack and stent placement, with many sharing that they experience the same thing and reassuring others that it is a well-known side effect of blood thinners like Plavix. Several members described waking up to new bruises daily in unexpected places, with one member humorously calling it a 'where do we find a new bruise today' game, while another noted their bruising was linked to Amyloidosis. A recurring theme was finding comfort in prayer, leaning on community support, and trusting that staying on prescribed medication is worth the side effects for heart health.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I find myself praying a lot. Medication has a lot of side effects. However if one doesn't work hopefully there is another. I am allergic to so many medications. There's always another for me. I cannot take the usual so I take the alternative. Keep on praying that really helps.

July 24, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Oh sorry to hear that! I understand that is a side effect of the medication I can't do nothing about it. Just pray for a healthy heart ! Take care, have a good day !

July 9, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

With getting 2 stents, odds are they prescribed Plavix. Easy bruising and bleeding are common. A lot of the times my arms looks like I have been in a fight, and I do not remember anything touching my arms.

August 24, 2025
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

100%

August 3
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I have bruises on my arms and torso n
Read they are caused by the amyloids in my blood. I have Amyloidosis.

July 8, 2025

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