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Medical Conditions - Antiphospholipid Syndrome

Antiphospholipid syndrome is a condition where the body's immune system creates antibodies to make the blood to form a clot. It causes dangerous effects in the body by forming clots in the lungs, kidneys, heart, brain, and legs. In pregnant women, antiphospholipid syndrome causes miscarriages. There is no medication to cure it, and medications only reduce the formation of blood clots.

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DRVVT test shows 52.2 seconds. Do I need further testing for clotting?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS), then your anti-cardiolipin antibody or lupus anticoagulant should be positive.

What causes Vitamin D and B12 deficiency in early pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The vitamin D levels are in the deficient range, and the vitamin B12 levels are normal. There is no need to discontinue the pregnancy due to these values.

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Why do I have severe swelling and joint pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and the blood reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity) along with the photographs you have posted.

Is bariatric surgery safe for those on anticoagulants?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. In bariatric surgery, there is a chance of thromboembolic events, especially if a previous event is present.

What is the effect of stopping Pradaxa?

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Will stopping low-dose Aspirin at 34 weeks affect my baby?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. You are 35 weeks now with APLA (antiphospholipid antibody) positivity. You were on Ecospirin (Aspirin) 150, and you stopped at 34 weeks.

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I am being tested for antiphospholipid syndrome. What will the treatment be?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune condition. The condition can affect a single organ or multiple organ systems.

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Why am I getting recurrent miscarriage?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Three months is a short duration for conception to occur. Chance of pregnancy after trying for six months is 70 %. You can safely try naturally for another six months.

How to confirm the reason for my abortion?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your ovarian reserve appears to be good. Recurrent abortion needs evaluation for the following.

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