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Can positive factor V cause heavy bleeding and blood clots?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

My factor V Leiden showed a positive outcome before three months. I got a Depo birth control shot before three months. I have heavy bleeding and blood clots now. Please suggest.

Answered by Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Education:

MBBS

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Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri is an experienced General Physician and Pathologist with extensive years of clinical expertise. He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions while providing holistic care to patients. As a Pathologist, he is skilled in performing and interpreting laboratory investigations that aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. Rajendragiri is dedicated to delivering patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and overall well-being.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You have factor V Leiden showing a positive result. So you are at high risk for developing blood clots in various organs of the body, especially in the lungs and legs, as pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis. If you have major clots occurring in the future, then blood thinners and anticoagulants like Rivaroxaban can be used. There is no treatment available for the eradication of the factor V mutation. For heavy menstruation, you can consult a gynecologist soon for a pelvic examination and pelvic USG.

I hope this helps.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At December 15, 2018
Reviewed At December 20, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri is an experienced General Physician and Pathologist with extensive years of clinical expertise. He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions while providing holistic care to patients. As a Pathologist, he is skilled in performing and interpreting laboratory investigations that aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. Rajendragiri is dedicated to delivering patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri is an experienced General Physician and Pathologist with extensive years of clinical expertise. He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions while providing holistic care to patients. As a Pathologist, he is skilled in performing and interpreting laboratory investigations that aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. Rajendragiri is dedicated to delivering patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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