Total Knee Replacement Patient Story
…surgery, birth control, and a cross-country …
My Neighbor Found Me and Performed CPR: Jessica’s Story
…taking hormonal birth control. My advice to others is to always, always listen to your body, and if you think something is off, have it checked out. You’ll never regret…
The Doctors Said I Was a Ticking Time Bomb: Mia’s Story
…the combined birth control pill for 12 years, blood clots were not considered as a possible cause. Since this experience, I feel mostly the same physically — but emotionally, I…
Clinical Trials
…birth control and venous thromboembolism …
I Had Constant Leg Pain That I Mistook for Soreness After the Gym: Alexia’s Story
…had it or what caused it. I have no genetic markers, have not traveled recently, had no surgeries, injuries, or birth control that could have provoked it. It’s a mystery….
This Was Not About Getting Older: Joyce’s Story
…experience, my eldest brother died of a blood clot. My advice to all of the women out there is to be extremely aware of hormone replacement therapy and birth control….
I Thought I Was Having a Bad Panic Attack: Britney’s Story
…“off” to get checked out. Believe in your gut feeling. You know your body best, and it just may save your life! Resources Blood Clots and Birth Control Facebook Support…
Questions to Ask Your Doctor After Having a Blood Clot
…the protocol for travel? How will my clot affect my home and work …
Be Aware and Care: Amy’s Story, as Told by her Husband Frank
…was unusual was Amy mentioning a rapid heart rate about a week before her death. I was told the blood clot was most likely caused by the hormonal birth control…
MAY E-NEWSLETTER: PRIORITIZE YOUR HEALTH THIS MAY
…connected to birth control and family planning, …