Teenagers Can Get Blood Clots: Amy’s Story
…University. I had suffered a DVT (deep vein thrombosis or blood clot in the leg) last year, and found out that I have not only May-Thurner Syndrome, I also have…
I Had a Blood Clot at 14: McKenna’s Story
…had to be transported to a children’s hospital late that night. It turns out I had three-foot-long DVT in my left leg, as well as May-Thurner Syndrome and factor 2…
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…Medication Post Thrombotic Syndrome Pulmonary …
My Identity As a Lifelong Runner Changed Forever: Becca’s Story
…under my standing desk. I rock compression stockings every day. I was diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome and endured another pregnancy, fueled by exporian injections, and we uprooted to Minnesota for…
My Doctor Dismissed My Leg Pain as Sciatica: Ashley’s Story
…That’s when I was diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome, a condition where the right iliac artery compresses the left iliac vein and increases your risk of developing blood clots. Since this…
There is Hope: Kacie’s Story
…discovered I had May-Thurner syndrome and my left iliac vein was compressed 100%. They placed a stent to open up the vein. I was also diagnosed with antithrombin III deficiency,…
Diagnosed With Five DVTs After a Scooter Accident: Xio’s Story
…button for a total of five DVTs. I was also diagnosed with May-Thurner syndrome. I was devastated by the news. They sent me home with anticoagulants and hoped for the…
Listen to Your Intuition, Manage Fear, and Advocate For Yourself: Julie’s Story
…the next day. During the procedure, they learned I have May-Thurner syndrome and I received a stent. I spent six weeks working to regain my strength only to learn during…
My Mental Health Has Suffered More Than My Physical Health: Denise’s Story
…and support groups has been a godsend for me. I am almost five years out and have post-thrombotic syndrome in my left leg, with two remaining chronic DVTs that span…
Words I Will Never Forget: Caitlin’s Story
My name is Caitlin and this is my blood clot and May-Thurner Syndrome (MTS) story. At 29, I was an active person, traveling a lot, playing sports, and chasing my…