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Old 08-01-06, 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by EURO
EPO kills - there are several noted instances of inexplicable heart attacks in young cyclists obviously linked to EPO use. EPO can clog the blood. Users can need to wake themselves several times a night to exercise, get the blood flowing and prevent clots.
Do they attempt to counteract the EPO with blood-thinners like Coumadin (sp?) once the competition is over?
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