Factor V Leiden - Symptoms, Causes, and Doctors

About- Factor V Leiden (FVL) or factor “5” Leiden is a change (mutation) in the Gene that causes blood clotting disorder usually in veins.

Symptoms-
An abnormal blood clot is the main symptom.

Causes-
FVL is caused by a genetic mutation to the Factor V (or “factor 5”) gene
Risk Factors

Blood types of A, B or AB

Hormone replacement therapy

Inheriting the genetic mutation from both parents

Use of oral contraceptives

Pregnancy

Prolonged periods of immobility

Surgeries or injuries

Specialist to visit
Hematologist

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References-
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org
https://www.stoptheclot.org
https://my.clevelandclinic.org
https://www.webmd.com
https://www.nhs.uk