The ER Doctor Immediately Assumed I Was Having a Panic Attack: Amy’s Story
…if you feel like something is wrong. Continue going until you get answers. Resources Factor II Prothrombin Gene Mutation Genetic Testing for Blood Clotting Disorders New Patient Resource Guide …
Listen to Your Intuition, Manage Fear, and Advocate For Yourself: Julie’s Story
…was also found to be positive for heterozygous factor II prothrombin gene mutation. Since the second surgery, I’ve worked hard to regain my physical health and recently celebrated this strength…
Know the Risks of Estrogen-Based Birth Control: Melissa’s Story
…positive for the Prothrombin Gene Mutation. I have learned that taking estrogen-based birth control (which I had been doing) puts women at risk for blood clots. I have also learned…
This Experience Changed My Entire Life: Kim’s Story
…saved my life. I found out that I have Factor II (also called Prothrombin G20210A), a blood clotting disorder that my mother was recently diagnosed with as well. Having this…
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…of blood clots? What is the factor V Leiden? What is the …
‘For Every Day in May’ Wall of Dedications
…Leiden and the G20210A mutation inherited from …
My Baby Had a CVST: Ivanna and Giovanna’s Story
…from the hospital in a vegetative state. My daughter and I are both heterozygous for the G20210A (Factor II) mutation. All of our dreams and family happiness are gone with…
Thrombophilia References
…of Medicine: Genetics Home Reference, “Your Guide to …
I Thought I Was Having a Heart Attack While Holding My Newborn: Megan’s Story
…of the Factor V Leiden mutation and one copy of the prothrombin gene mutation. I was placed on blood thinning injections twice daily for nine months, then switched to an…