Proudly Wearing Compression Stockings: Katie’s Story
…physician that her father had been diagnosed with factor V Leiden after a tiny stroke at age 39. We were told that this constituted a “very small risk” for Katie….
Tara Robison’s Blood Clot Story
…Minutes after the doctor left, I w as surrounded by nurses. …
I Am a Survivor: Sarah’s Story
…I was also given a factor V Leiden test and it came back negative. Since then, I’ve undergone five surgeries to help improve the blood flow in my right leg….
Dealing with Blood Clots is Not Easy: Matt’s Story
…caused by a combination of factor V Leiden and deformed veins. I was hospitalized for a week and underwent surgery to help remove the clot and immediately put on heparin…
Todd Robertson Joins NBCA Board of Directors
…factor V Leiden, and is …
Everything You Ever Needed To Know About Blood Clots, Part Five
Topics found in this video: Venous Thromboembolism Genetic …
Blood Clots Are Not Supposed to Happen Again: Jill’s Story
…hematologic work up, I was found to be heterozygous factor V Leiden (FVL). I was subsequently treated with blood thinners for one year then placed on preventive injections prior to…
Make Sure to Move Around After Surgery: Jake’s Story
…surgical procedure. Also, please make sure you move around, as hard as it may be. Move. Resources Factor V Leiden Resources Hospitalization and Surgery Signs and Symptoms of Blood Clots…
Be Informed About Your Clotting Risk: Abby’s Story
…so how in the world do I have blood clots? Well, the answer is a couple of things. I am heterozygous for both factor V Leiden, and prothrombin gene mutation…
Waiting Could Cost You Your Life: Helen’s Story
…disorders to help STOP BLOOD CLOTS! Take Home Messages: Surgery is a risk factor for blood clots Recently giving birth is a risk factor for blood clots 30% of people…