Von Willebrand Disease- a genetic bleeding disorder
Hello all,
I was dagnosed with vWD in my late and passed it along to my sons as it is a genetic disorder. In most cases it is not severe, most people don't even know they have it. Some of the symptoms are easy bruising, frequent or heavy nosebleeds, bleeding gums from brushing and flossing, prolonged or heavy bleeding during or after surgical proceedures and/or periods for women. It effects women and men equally as well as race. Now to my question! I was just wondering if any related families have been diagnosed or are experiencing any of these symptoms. I am not sure who I inherited it from. My mom seems to have the opposite problem, she clots too much. My dad(Summers) has not been tested as of yet. Just curious, Brenna