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Blood disorders, clotting conditions, and bone marrow disease, summarized from current peer-reviewed literature.
Learn about S-HPFH (Sickle Cell-Hereditary Persistence of Fetal Hemoglobin). Understand why high fetal hemoglobin makes this a milder form of sickle cell.
ReadExplore our comprehensive Sickle Cell Disease patient guide. Learn about genetics, symptom management, emergency care, hydroxyurea, and new gene therapies.
ReadLearn about Von Willebrand Disease (VWD), the most common inherited bleeding disorder. Understand symptoms, types, diagnosis, and treatment options.
ReadA complete patient guide to Multiple Myeloma. Understand diagnosis, treatment steps, and lab results. Includes a critical safety alert on protecting your kidneys.
ReadLearn about Glanzmann Thrombasthenia (GT), a rare bleeding disorder. Understand why you bleed despite normal platelet counts, plus diagnosis and treatment options.
ReadComprehensive guide to Gaucher disease for patients. Learn about symptoms, the three types, genetic diagnosis, and treatment options like ERT and SRT.
ReadUnderstand Factor XIII deficiency symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Learn why standard tests fail, how prophylaxis works, and how to prevent complications.
ReadWhat's in a VWD Emergency Travel Letter?
Von Willebrand Disease
Is an IUD Safe for Women with Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
Does Von Willebrand Disease Affect Life Expectancy?
Von Willebrand Disease
Can You Get an Epidural with Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
Will I Pass Glanzmann Thrombasthenia to My Baby?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
How Rare is Glanzmann Thrombasthenia? Prevalence & Facts
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Does Stress Affect Von Willebrand Disease Test Results?
Von Willebrand Disease
Type 2N VWD vs. Hemophilia A: What's the Difference?
Von Willebrand Disease
Can You Have Iron Deficiency Without Anemia in VWD?
Von Willebrand Disease
How to Stop Severe Nosebleeds with GT
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Low VWF vs. Type 1 VWD: What is the Difference?
Von Willebrand Disease
Why Must I Restrict Fluids After DDAVP?
Von Willebrand Disease
What Pain Meds Are Safe for Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
Does Glanzmann Thrombasthenia Shorten Life Expectancy?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
What Causes Delayed Postpartum Hemorrhage in VWD?
Von Willebrand Disease
Can You Play Sports with Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
What is a DDAVP Challenge Test for Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
Can You Develop Von Willebrand Disease Later in Life?
Von Willebrand Disease
Is There a Cure for Glanzmann Thrombasthenia? Explained
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
What Sports Are Safe for Glanzmann Thrombasthenia?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
When Are Nosebleeds a Sign of Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
How Does Type O Blood Affect Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
What to Include in a GT Emergency Letter
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Dental Work with Von Willebrand Disease: How to Prepare
Von Willebrand Disease
How to Manage Dental Surgery with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
How to Manage Heavy Periods with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
How Do Antifibrinolytics Work for VWD Bleeding?
Von Willebrand Disease
How Is Von Willebrand Disease Inherited?
Von Willebrand Disease
What Is a Heavy Period with Von Willebrand Disease?
Von Willebrand Disease
What Is Oculomotor Apraxia in Type 3 Gaucher Disease?
Gaucher Disease
Why You Need Dental Clearance Before Zometa & Xgeva
Multiple Myeloma
What Does a del(17p) Mutation Mean for Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
What Does MRD Negative Mean in Multiple Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
How to Manage Myeloma Treatment Neuropathy?
Multiple Myeloma
Is Multiple Myeloma Hereditary? Family Risk Explained
Multiple Myeloma
Can Kyphoplasty Fix Multiple Myeloma Spine Fractures?
Multiple Myeloma
What to Expect During a Bone Marrow Biopsy
Multiple Myeloma
How Does Glanzmann Thrombasthenia Differ From Hemophilia
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Why Do Blood Tests Miss Glanzmann Thrombasthenia?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Do Glanzmann Thrombasthenia Carriers Have Bleeding Symptoms?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
IgG Kappa Multiple Myeloma: What Does Your Subtype Mean?
Multiple Myeloma
Is Multiple Myeloma a Chronic Disease?
Multiple Myeloma
Why Do I Need a 24-Hour Urine Test for Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
Why Avoid Platelet Transfusions in GT?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Can You Have a Baby With Glanzmann Thrombasthenia?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Why Is My M-Spike Zero? Light Chain Myeloma Explained
Multiple Myeloma
How Do I Manage Dexamethasone Side Effects in Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
Lenalidomide REMS Program: Why Monthly Surveys Are Required
Multiple Myeloma
Which Vaccines are Safe for Multiple Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
What is a Biochemical Relapse in Multiple Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
Why Does Lenalidomide Treatment Require a Blood Thinner?
Multiple Myeloma
Why Avoid NSAIDs With Glanzmann Thrombasthenia?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Do ERT or SRT Treat Gaucher Neurological Symptoms?
Gaucher Disease
Multiple Myeloma vs Melanoma: What is the Difference?
Multiple Myeloma
What is the Best Diet for Multiple Myeloma Patients?
Multiple Myeloma
Are African Americans at Higher Risk for Multiple Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
What Pain Relievers Are Safe for Multiple Myeloma?
Multiple Myeloma
Should Ashkenazi Jews Get Gaucher Carrier Screening?
Gaucher Disease
Gaucher Disease: Do I Need Multiple Myeloma Screening?
Gaucher Disease
Age Limit for Stem Cell Transplant in Myeloma: Fact vs Fiction
Multiple Myeloma
Does Type 1 Glanzmann Thrombasthenia Mean Worse Bleeding?
Glanzmann Thrombasthenia
Are Factor XIII Carriers at Risk During Surgery & Birth?
Factor XIII Deficiency
Tretten vs Corifact for Factor XIII: What's the Difference?
Factor XIII Deficiency
Should Children With Gaucher Disease Avoid Contact Sports?
Gaucher Disease
Does Gaucher Disease Cause Growth Delays?
Gaucher Disease
Will My Child Inherit Gaucher Disease?
Gaucher Disease
Why Does Factor XIII Only Need Monthly Infusions?
Factor XIII Deficiency
Does Factor XIII Deficiency Cause Permanent Joint Damage?
Factor XIII Deficiency
How Is a Gaucher Disease Bone Crisis Treated in the ER?
Gaucher Disease
Why Do I Get Cigarette-Paper Scars with FXIII Deficiency?
Factor XIII Deficiency
What Blood Tests Are Used to Monitor Gaucher Disease?
Gaucher Disease
Can I Have Factor XIII With a Normal Clot Test?
Factor XIII Deficiency
What to Put on a Factor XIII Medical Alert Bracelet
Factor XIII Deficiency
Can Treatment Reverse Bone Damage in Gaucher Disease?
Gaucher Disease
Is There a Cure or Gene Therapy for Gaucher Disease?
Gaucher Disease
Can You Develop Factor XIII Deficiency Later in Life?
Factor XIII Deficiency
Do You Need a Bone Marrow Biopsy for Gaucher Disease?
Gaucher Disease
What Is the Parkinson's Risk With Gaucher Disease?
Gaucher Disease
Is Gaucher Disease Treatment Safe During Pregnancy?
Gaucher Disease
Why is a CYP2D6 Test Needed for Gaucher Disease SRT?
Gaucher Disease
Can Plasma Treat Factor XIII Deficiency Emergencies?
Factor XIII Deficiency
Factor XIII Child Bumped Head? What to Do Immediately
Factor XIII Deficiency
How Often Are Factor XIII Infusions in Pregnancy?
Factor XIII Deficiency
Are Bisphosphonates Safe for Gaucher Disease Bone Loss?
Gaucher Disease
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