We Lost Our Son at the Age of 20: Adam’s Story
…middle of his abdomen down to his knee. He had emergency surgery and a large stent placed. He was also diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome and factor V Leiden. Adam was…
I Have No Idea How Anyone Could Get Through This Alone: Chris’ Story
…that the only solution. In terms of risk factors, I am factor V Leiden homozygous. I have not yet been able to return to any of the activities that make…
Knowledge is Power: Stephanie’s Story
…but your feelings are valid. Things will gradually improve. You will learn to live with your new normal. Resources Women and Blood Clots Factor V Leiden COVID-19 and Blood Clots…
I Was Fortunate to Have Survived This: Joe’s Story
…I try to share that information with as many people as possible. Resources Factor V Leiden Resources Living Your Best Life on Blood Thinners Signs and Symptoms of Blood Clots…
If You Know Something Isn’t Right, Get a Second Opinion: Matt’s Story
…something isn’t right, get a second opinion! Stand up for yourself and do not let others make you think you are crazy. Resources Factor V Leiden Living Your Best Life…
Make Your Health a Priority: Matt’s Story
…factor V Leiden heterozygous and webbed veins, and these conditions likely caused the DVT. My recovery was tough. I could barely walk without needing a break from the pain. In…
Everyone Told Me to ‘Eat a Banana and Shake it Off’: Vanessa’s Story
…lengthening surgery by having this device. I later learned I also have factor V Leiden, which comes from my father’s side of the family. This has changed my lifestyle entirely….
I Tried to Push Through the Pain: Jenna’s Story
…having blood work completed, it was discovered that I had factor V Leiden (FVL), which is a genetic mutation that makes you more susceptible to blood clots. That, in combination…
The Pain in my Lungs and Back Returned: Isabelle’s Story
…have time.” It has given me a hunger to live and enjoy everything life has to offer. So far, so good. Resources Protein C Resistance Factor V Leiden Signs and…
Taking a Breath: A Stop the Clot Podcast
…hear the story of Todd Robertson, NBCA’s patient liaison …