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 …