Everything Can Change in the Blink of an Eye: Courtney’s Story

…an eye. I have learned so much but still have so much more to learn. NBCA materials have been helpful. Resources New Patient Resource Guide Factor V Leiden Birth Control…

I Was Fortunate to Have Survived This: Joe’s Story

…I try to share that information with as many people as possible. Resources Factor V Leiden Resources Living Your Best Life on Blood Thinners Signs and Symptoms of Blood Clots…

Never Let Embarrassment Stop You From Getting Help: Briar’s Story

…I was 16. I was later diagnosed with factor V Leiden (heterozygous), and after being on blood thinners for six months, I am now off them and doing well. This…

If You Know Something Isn’t Right, Get a Second Opinion: Matt’s Story

…something isn’t right, get a second opinion! Stand up for yourself and do not let others make you think you are crazy. Resources Factor V Leiden Living Your Best Life…

Make Your Health a Priority: Matt’s Story

factor V Leiden heterozygous and webbed veins, and these conditions likely caused the DVT. My recovery was tough. I could barely walk without needing a break from the pain. In…

Everyone Told Me to ‘Eat a Banana and Shake it Off’: Vanessa’s Story

…lengthening surgery by having this device. I later learned I also have factor V Leiden, which comes from my father’s side of the family. This has changed my lifestyle entirely….

I Tried to Push Through the Pain: Jenna’s Story

…having blood work completed, it was discovered that I had factor V Leiden (FVL), which is a genetic mutation that makes you more susceptible to blood clots. That, in combination…

The Pain in my Lungs and Back Returned: Isabelle’s Story

…have time.” It has given me a hunger to live and enjoy everything life has to offer. So far, so good. Resources Protein C Resistance Factor V Leiden Signs and…

I’m So Happy to be Alive: William’s Story

…became runner-up in a singles tennis tournament and won a mixed doubles tournament. I had a blood clot in my leg and was diagnosed with factor V Leiden. I had…

Taking a Breath: A Stop the Clot Podcast

…liaison and co-host of this podcast. Todd talks about his blood …