To Kaye - clots

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Hi Kaye,

I am not a nurse but I have some knowledge in a condition that

is considered to be an coagulation problem but has clotting as

one manifestation of it. It is known as anti-cardiolipin syndrome

or anti-phospholipid syndrome. Basically it can test out as a

anti-coagulation problem but women who have it have increased

risks of thrombolisms (clots) that result in miscarriages, strokes

and other problems (men get the same exept the miscarriages).

It is an auto-immune disease that can be associated with lupus

and others, but can sometimes be seen by itself. There is alot of

work going on to characterize the whole picture but it has only

been relatively recent that it has been recognized as a separate

entity. Blood tests to diagnose it have only been around for the

last 15 years or so. In the past, I think, it has been referred to as

a bleeding disorder. This may be something that your

hematologist will look for, as this specialty is familiar with the

whole clinical picture that is associated with anti-cardiolipin

syndrome. I am just offering this information in case you

encounter this during your visit or blood draws.

Laurie