Understanding Genetics of Thrombophilia / Inheritance & Testing

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I Went in Circles for Years Trying to Get Answers: Cassandra’s Story

deficiency, and chronic thromboembolic disease. I am currently scheduling a pulmonary thromboendarterectomy to remove the old solidified chronic clots. I am hoping this will change my life. Blood clotting disorders…

I Ignored My Symptoms: Geraldine’s Story

…PE that is rare and commonly fatal. My hematologist and other physicians are shocked that I survived to tell about it. An IVC (inferior vena cava) filter was placed to…

MAY E-NEWSLETTER: PRIORITIZE YOUR HEALTH THIS MAY

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Knowledge of Blood Clot Risks and Symptoms Saved Me: Bella’s Story

…the doctor could do a CT scan with contrast to check my lungs for blood clots too. Even though I did not have typical symptoms of a blood clot in…

Volunteer Spotlight: Vic Koziura

This month, the National Blood Clot Alliance recognizes and celebrates NBCA’s June Volunteer of the Month, Vic Koziura. Vic reached out to NBCA in 2014 after the tragic loss of…

‘It’s a Minor Pain and This Girl is Making a Fuss About it:’ Pradnya’s Story

…swelling, and discoloration. The pain was so bad that I lost consciousness for about 30 minutes. However, my doctor was not concerned and dismissed it as a muscle cramp. I…

What is antiphospholipid antibody syndrome?

…test is prolonged when there is a deficiency of …