Posted by Juanita Bahling on September 03, 19102 at 19:29:05:
In Reply to: Re: Blood clot posted by Kathryn on April 29, 19102 at 09:05:29:
: : I am 42 years old, and pregnant, and have just been diagnosed with a blood disorder called Factor Five Leiden, Activated Protein C Resistance. I am just starting to find out more about it. It is a relatively new test(only available since 1994, or so). One of the symtoms of this disorder is clots forming at a young age (under 45 years).
: It is apparently the most common blood disorder in North America, approximately 5% of the population are carriers. It is hereditary and it is a dominant trait genetically, so if one person in a family tests positive, it would be a good idea to have the whole family tested. Preventitive measures could then be taken.
: There is a substantial amount of information out now even on the internet on Factor V, so a person could do some of their own research as well as speaking to a qualified hematologist.
: This IS a serious condition. My 38 year old sister who is a distance runner and non-smoker was hospitalized last year with clots in her neck and lungs. They could easily have been fatal. It was after this incident that we discovered our family had this condition.
: Anyone out there with any clinically proven natural anti-coagualants or therapies, please let me know, as I would like to attempt to discuss alternatives to Heparin, etc. with my doctor.
: Thank you and good luck.
: Kathryn