Jalen Hurts' blood clot diagnosis highlights five medication mistakes for patients on blood thinners
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts' diagnosis of blood clots in his lungs has brought attention to blood thinners and the critical precautions patients must follow. Medical experts outline five common mistakes, including stopping or altering treatment duration without medical supervision, missing doses incorrectly, and combining blood thinners with interacting drugs or supplements like NSAIDs. The guidance also stresses the importance of recognizing bleeding warning signs and consulting doctors about safe physical activities.
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Patients taking face risks of dangerous bleeding or recurring clots if medications are managed incorrectly, making adherence to medical guidance critical for avoiding severe complications.
Key Facts
- Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was diagnosed with blood clots in both lungs and is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season.
- Even young, physically active individuals can develop blood clots when risk factors like injury, long travel, or surgery combine.
- Blood thinners prevent dangerous clots from forming or growing, but they do not dissolve existing clots.
- Blood thinners make it harder for the body to stop bleeding, creating risks for athletes and anyone experiencing an injury or fall.
- Mistake 1: Stopping or extending treatment duration without speaking to a doctor.
- Mistake 2: Missing doses repeatedly or automatically taking an extra dose to make up for a missed one.
- Mistake 3: Taking aspirin, NSAIDs, certain prescription drugs, or supplements like fish oil and turmeric without checking with a doctor or pharmacist.
- Mistake 4: Ignoring warning signs of bleeding, such as persistent nosebleeds, blood in the urine, or unexplained increases in bruising.
- Mistake 5: Failing to seek immediate medical evaluation after a significant head injury or failing to consult a doctor about safe physical activities.