Protein C Deficiency Often Has No Symptoms: Alicia’s Story
…results, second opinions, and even missed results. After being told that my PEs were from my birth control alone, I was diagnosed with Protein C deficiency a month later, which…
My Resting Heart Rate Was 180: Mryn’s Story
…The estrogen-based birth control I had been taking is believed to have contributed to my blood clots. I ended up going to the University of Iowa for college. I had…
Life is a Gift and it’s Fragile: Cara’s Story
…common genetic mutation called Factor II (or prothrombin). I had also been taking estrogen-containing birth control without knowing my risk factors. Ultimately, I was also diagnosed with antiphospholipid syndrome, which…
A Three-Hour Flight and a Genetic Mutation I Didn’t Know I Had — Amanda’s Story
…full workup revealed I have a Prothrombin Gene Mutation — a genetic condition that increases the risk of blood clots. The recent flight, birth control pills, and my genetics were…
National Blood Clot Alliance Announces Expansion of its Medical & Scientific Advisory Board
…and risks related to surgery, lengthy immobility, …
This Experience Changed My Entire Life: Kim’s Story
…blood clotting disorder in my family, being on birth control at the age of 45, and severe dehydration were all risk factors that contributed to my blood clots. I started…
Forever Young: Paul Englert, Jr.’s Story, as Told by His Family
…three months after Paul’s death, due to birth control pills. If we hadn’t just lost Paul and researched the symptoms, we could have lost her as well. We often hear…
Having a Blood Clot Will Not Slow Me Down: Barbara’s Story
…longtime user of birth control. This experience has changed my lifestyle in that I am much more aware, but it has not curtailed my activities. I have lost 40 lbs….
Blood Clots Developed After Surgery: Tonya’s Story
…both lungs. My risk factors were my surgery and the birth control I was taking. I went through a lot that year because of the blood clots and I’m grateful…
Team Anna
…communities in which she actively participated. It is our hope …