Justoperated 141 Posted December 19, 2014 For how long were you prescribed clot preventing injections. My surgeon prescribed for 2 weeks, though he himself says that it differs, some surgeons dont prescribe at all, some for 3 days, others 10-14 days. He did tell me I can reduce to 5-7 days if I am walking regularly and able to drink well, which today I feel I am. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tracywag 27 Posted December 20, 2014 I had one just before surgery, one just after, then was supposed to be daily while I was in the hospital (plan was 2-3 days). I was bleeding excessively in my drain so they stopped them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunflowerchild 146 Posted December 20, 2014 I was only give them while in the hospital. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vabeachlady 37 Posted December 20, 2014 I had one before surgery, one the next morning then injections at home for 7 days. Was really worried about doing them, but it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreenEyes604 753 Posted December 20, 2014 I hate one prior to surgery, and one everyday I was there (4 days). I was also sent home with 12 injections of Novanox that my daughter injects into my belly once a day for 12 days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CocoPebbles1030 59 Posted December 23, 2014 I was giving myself injections for two weeks post op. The absolute worse part of the journey for me. I hated every moment of it but made it through. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flmommyof2 79 Posted December 23, 2014 I give myself one the night before surgery and the hospital give me one the night after my surgery and I gave myself shots for 9 more days. I took my last one last night. Mine was called Lovanox. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BLERDgirl 6,417 Posted December 23, 2014 I had none. My doctor had me get an IVC filter instead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dajones 46 Posted December 23, 2014 I had to give myself Heparin shots for two weeks after surgery, and I HATE NEEDLES!!!! My needle fear seemed to subside a bit in the hospital as they kept coming in to draw blood to check potassium levels. The at-home shots weren't really all that bad but I did bruise a bit. I told myself that the incisions were from a bar fight where I got stabbed and the bruises were from the punches, but you should see the other guy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OhSoNique 84 Posted December 24, 2014 I have been on lovenox for about two years, my doctor told me to stop the day before my date and then for a few months. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
