Cannot take blood thinners

[Sharon991]

I had angroplasty with stent in the LAD (99%) in 2002.
Again in May, 2007, 3 stents (one in Lcircumpflex - 90%) and 2 overlay in mid LAD (75%).
First stent and the second time, I developed allergic reaction to Plavix, second time with Ticlid, had 2 small seisures, tried Plavix again with Benadryl, this time developed intercranial bleeding.

Angina symptoms have reoccured, but cardiologists will not tell me what I can do if I cannot take blood thinners (I have allergic reactions or bad reactions to almost all meds).  I'm just told, "We'll cross that bridge when we get there."

Not wanting to go through what I went through in May, 2007, I am very afraid of even taking a stress test for fear of what I procedures I may need.

Please, any recommendations will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you, Sharon

[kenkeith]

Have you had your clotting time measured?  The optimal range with medication is 2.0 to 3.0 minutes.  Above the desired level increases the likelihood of bleeding.

Without Plavix there is small increased risk of clots with a stent implant.  So the benefits of Plavix or any other anti-coangulant should be weighed against the risk of bleeding or adverse side effects and that would require a professional opinion.  A baby aspirin may be sufficient...it is possible you do not require the dosage previously prescribed and a smaller dose may but your clotting time within acceptable range,