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…
If Your Symptoms Persist, Get Another Opinion: Lauren’s Story
…Leiden mutation. That and hormonal contraception contributed to the clots. Don’t ignore worrisome symptoms even if you get checked out and get the all-clear. If the symptoms persist, get another…
A Super Bowl Sunday Like No Other: Nina’s Story
…this disorder. Whether you are at a high risk of clotting because of a genetic mutation or not, everyone needs to be aware of the symptoms of clots as well…
I Knew Nothing About Blood Clots: Shawna’s Story
…wasn’t on birth control, I had had any recent injuries or surgeries. A month or so later, I was diagnosed with factor II mutation. This knowledge changed the course of…
Family Members Across Several Generations Are Also Factor V Leiden-Positive: Wendy’s Story
…a year. After that, I was prescribed rivaroxiban. Since that time, many family members across several generations have discovered that they also have the factor V Leiden gene mutation. A…
Don’t Ignore Calf Pain or Shortness of Breath: Scott’s Story
My dad had deep vein thrombosis (DVT) many years ago and was diagnosed with factor V Leiden. Because of this, I was tested and found to have inherited this mutation…