Question:
Higher risk of PE in Diabetics?

After reading an article in "Health" Magazine, my mom is freaking out! She said the article stated that diabetics have a much higher risk of PE after surgery because we diabetics have problems with blood clots. I am a type II diabetic and have had 2 C-sections with no blood clotting problems. Should I be concerned? Is there some kind of medication I should be on after surgery to prevent blood clotting? My surgery is scheduled in 2 weeks.    — Diana F. (posted on June 9, 2000)

June 10, 2000
Hello, Diana. I am type 1 Diabetic and I had my Surgery a month ago. Everyone is different you might not get any blood clots at all. After, Surgery they give you heparin shots and put you on the stockings and a machine to keep your legs moving(I really don't know if your Doctor does this one). When you can get up just do a lot walking. I haven't had any problems with bloodclots so far. Have a safe and speedy recovery. Good Bless You
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