MP, thanks for posting the story and the link. I had no idea that endurance athletes were at increased risk for DVT and PE. As someone said, "You don't mess with clots". Nor do you mess with blood thinners. Please follow directions. Even a casual bump into the furniture can cause massive bruising. I don't like to think what a tumble from a bike could do when you can't clot your blood.

Just so very glad you're here to tell the tale. ((((MP)))) L.