Understanding blood thinners i

[Pollypuss]

Fifty years ago my father died of a brain hemorrhage (sp) . He suffered with very high blood pressure for years before . So I don’t know where I stand with aspirin - which he didn’t take - as blood thinners . I’ve now been on them for over five years after my bypass . Can anyone educate me on this situation as I thought they prevented blood clots .. confused

[happyrosie1]

Aspirin does indeed help to make the blood flow more freely. You are probably on other medications too? Does your doctor know about your family history?

[Pollypuss in reply to happyrosie1]

No I only take aspirins . No haven’t told the doctors but will do