FACTOR REPLACEMENTTHERAPY This treatment includes replacing clotting factors missing from your blood using specific products. Some of these products include bypassing medicines, clotting factor concentrates, and fresh frozen plasma.

VITAMIN K INJECTIONS Vitamin K increases the body’s level of some blood clotting factors, which can help prevent bleeding.

COIL EMBOLIZATIONS Tiny metal coils are placed into an artery that has a clot to break up the blockage and increase blood flow.

IRON SUPPLEMENTATION When blood loss occurs, iron supplements can help restore the lost iron in your body. Low iron levels can make you feel weak, tired, and dizzy. If extra iron is not enough, blood transfusion may be required.

BLOOD THINNERS Blood thinners prevent blood clots from forming and prevent existing clots from getting larger.

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Bleeding disorders are conditions that affect the way your blood clots. The clotting process transforms blood from a liquid to a solid, preventing the loss of blood. Depending

on the type and severity of the bleeding disorder, the following may be used to treat it.

TREATING YOUR BLEEDING DISORDER

The information provided on this document is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide professional medical advice. For questions about medical conditions and treatments, individuals should always consult a physician or seek emergency medical care, if necessary.