gastroscopy

[Hydranga18]

Im anxious to know uf any member of the forum has had a Gastroscopy while taking Hydroxycarbamide and Xralto ( blood thinner) . Thank you

[Pippapot]

I had a gastroscopy a few months ago, I'm on Hydroxy and aspirin.I was anxious about having it done, but had the sedation they offered and all was OK. The actual procedure only took a few minutes. No problems.

[Hydranga18 in reply to Pippapot]

Thank you so much for your reassurance… Im a bit worried sbout bleeding as Im on Xralto .

[Mazcd Partner MPNVoice in reply to Hydranga18]

hi Kilmichael, it would be advisable to speak to your haematologist about this for advice, and to also discuss with the team who will be carrying out the gastroscopy. I hope it all goes well. Best wishes, Maz

[Hydranga18 in reply to Mazcd]

Thank you Maz, Your advice is very welcome. I will certainly have a chat with all concerned. 🙏🏽

[dogsandhorses]

I had a colonoscopy and an endoscopy while taking Hydroxyurea and low dose aspirin. No bleeding problems.

[Janis12]

Hi, I had one done about six months ago, I take hydroxy and blood thinner clopidogrel and experienced no problems at all. I told the specialist doctor before my procedure about my condition and the drugs I take and he was happy to go ahead. I opted for sedation and whilst I was aware of something going on ( and a bit of retching) it was absolutely fine so no need to worry.

[Hydranga18 in reply to Janis12]

Thanks Janis, appreciate your reassuring reply

[KevinJH]

Had a gastroscopy early last year when on HU and aspirin - no problems at all (and that was without sedation). Have a chat with the specialist carrying out the procedure beforehand and they'll put your mind at rest, I'm sure

[Hydranga18 in reply to KevinJH]

Thank you KEvinJH. Very kind of you and reassuring

[artydutch]

I had endoscope and colonodcopy and on each occasion had to come of clopidodrel. No bleeding issues. Good luck.

[Hydranga18 in reply to artydutch]

Thank you …