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Thick blood is caused by a variety of conditions, such as heavy proteins in the blood, too much blood in circulation or a blood clot system imbalance, according to Southeastern Medical Oncology Center. Diseases such as cancer and lupus can also lead to thick blood. Continue Reading.
Do you mean, why should you avoid aspirin or ibuprofen while taking blood thinners? If yes, I think that aspirin and ibuprofen have a similar effect on the blood. Taking â¦ both could cause the blood to become too thin and to not clot when it's necessary, like when there's been an accident. I am not a doctor or nurse, but I do have some other training (personal care aide). Also, a close relative and a former client of mine have been on blood thinners before.