A Pain in my Neck Almost Killed Me: Dan’s Story
…of airline travel and found out he was positive for Factor V Leiden in 2009. I was tested and I came up negative. My genetics seemed to offer me a…
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Don’t Stop Fighting: Tara’s Story
…me? Minutes after the doctor left, I w as surrounded by nurses. Pinch! I felt an IV placed in my arm. Very rapidly, I was placed on blood thinners and…
Crossing the Finish Line: Lisa’s Story
…I learned that I have Factor V Leiden thrombophilia, a genetic blood clotting disorder. I had what seemed to be just a “sore throat,” but then my neck started to…
I Was Told My Leg Might Need to be Amputated: Velton’s Story
…him about my condition. I had an appointment with him and he ordered blood work. The tests showed that I have a defective gene called factor V Leiden. He advised…
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Knowledge of Blood Clot Risks and Symptoms Saved Me: Bella’s Story
…than we originally thought. They found out I have anemia, factor V Leiden, and May-Thurner Syndrome, which my mother also has. My medical team worked to decide what treatment would…
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…leg, through my abdomen and stopped just below the main vein to …
NBCA Launches New Patient and Public Education “At-A-Glance” Series: “Blood Clots” is First Topic
…risk factors for blood clots in veins (deep vein …
Volunteer Spotlight: Megan and Doug Sloyer
About 12 years ago, Megan was diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism (PE) and two clotting disorders – factor V Leiden (FVL) and antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). Since then, she has experienced…