Bleeding disorder
Bleeding disorder is a general term for a wide range of medical problems that lead to poor or excessive bleeding and poor blood clotting.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈbliːdɪŋ dɪsˈɔːdər/
Etymology
The term "bleeding disorder" is derived from the English words "bleed," which means to lose blood from the body, and "disorder," which refers to a disruption of normal physical or mental functions.
Definition
A Bleeding disorder is a condition that affects the way your blood normally clots. The clotting process, also known as coagulation, prevents excessive bleeding when you are injured. Thus, individuals with bleeding disorders face a higher risk of bleeding excessively and longer after an injury or surgery.
Types of Bleeding Disorders
There are several types of bleeding disorders, including:
- Hemophilia A and Hemophilia B: These are the most common types of bleeding disorders and are usually inherited. They are caused by a deficiency in one of the blood clotting factors.
- Von Willebrand disease: This is the most common inherited bleeding disorder, caused by a deficiency of von Willebrand factor, which helps blood platelets clump together and stick to the blood vessel wall.
- Rare clotting factor deficiencies: These are disorders in which one of the blood's clotting factors is missing or reduced.
Symptoms
Symptoms of bleeding disorders can vary, but may include:
- Unexplained and easy bruising
- Excessive bleeding from minor wounds
- Unusual bleeding from the gums or nose
- Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding in women
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of a bleeding disorder is typically made through a series of blood tests, including a complete blood count (CBC), prothrombin time (PT), and partial thromboplastin time (PTT).
Treatment
Treatment for bleeding disorders depends on the type and severity of the disorder. It may include factor replacement therapy, desmopressin (DDAVP), antifibrinolytic medicines, and tranexamic acid.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bleeding disorder
- Wikipedia's article - Bleeding disorder
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