Overview
Von Willebrand disease causes easy bruising and heavy periods.
When to get urgent help
Seek help for heavy bleeding.
Causes and risk factors
VWF gene changes.
How it develops (pathophysiology)
Low or faulty von Willebrand factor reduces platelet sticking.
Signs and symptoms
Nosebleeds, heavy periods.
How it is diagnosed
VWF tests.
Possible complications
Bleeding.
Medicines
Desmopressin, tranexamic acid.
Other treatments
Factor concentrates.
Living with it and prevention
Plan before surgery.
Outlook
Good.
