What is antiphospholipid antibody syndrome?
Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome is a condition in which the body …
Can children get blood clots?
Yes, children can develop clots. Even unborn babies can have clots. …
Does pregnancy cause blood clots?
Pregnancy does not cause blood clots, but pregnancy does increase a …
How are blood clots treated during pregnancy?
Blood clots are treated the same way during pregnancy as they would …
What if a woman has thrombophilia but has never developed a blood clot?
Women with thrombophilia are at increased risk of developing blood …
What is the chance that I will have another DVT or PE?
What is the chance that I will have another DVT or PE? Your chance …
Does aspirin prevent blood clots?
Your chance of having another DVT or PE depends on the circumstances …
If I have had a blood clot, do I need to be tested for thrombophilia?
There is controversy about exactly who should be tested for …
If I learn that I have an inherited thrombophilia, what should I tell my family members?
Family members should be informed about both the thrombophilia in …
If I have a family member who has had a blood clot or thrombophilia, but I have never had a blood clot, what are my risks?
Your risk may depend on whether you have inherited a tendency to …