blue toes??

[emmadavies58]

hi ive been on warfarin now for 15 years but my toes are really blue and purple. is this circulation or side affect of warfarin from taking it for so long. ive had 3 dvt in my leg, one in pelvis and a p.e but concerned that my toes are so blue

[flowerpower21]

Hello emmadavies58, this is something which I had not heard of before... but I have just had a quick look on the internet and have looked at this site below (copy and paste into your browser). There is a chart at the bottom of the website page called 'Warfarin Warning Signs'... It makes interesting reading? I have been on Warfarin long term since 2002 and I didn't know about this particular warning sign... I suggest that you do a bit more research on the internet anyway as there are a host of medical sites out there AND speak to your Doctor...

hearthealthywomen.org/treat...

[Tipper in reply to flowerpower21]

Interesting website. I've not seen those complications listed before.

Shame they persist in describing the action of Warfarin as 'blood thinning' though! We all know it doesn't do that....don't we?

[emmadavies58 in reply to flowerpower21]

hi and thank you very much for your advice. ive been to the doctors and they are sending me for blood tests and see a specialist. thanks again x

[warfarin1]

Hi Emma

Purple toe syndrome is rare and usually occurs within a few weeks of starting warfarin. You should see your doctor for further advice. Do not ignore this.

[emmadavies58]

thank you all ive made an appointment today x