What is acquired von Willebrand disease?
Acquired von Willebrand disease is a rare bleeding disorder that might be caused by other medical problems or medicines. It prevents blood from clotting properly. It is rarer than the inherited form of von Willebrand disease.
What are the symptoms of acquired von Willebrand disease?
Symptoms include nosebleeds with no previous history of bleeding abnormalities.
How is acquired von Willebrand disease treated?
Treatment of acquired von Willebrand disease includes medicines that help your body have enough von Willebrand clotting factor in the blood. This von Willebrand factor helps your blood clot.
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