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Blood Cancers & Disorders | Last Active: Oct 8 5:27pm | Replies (32)

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My sister had a lot of unexplained bruising as well and her hematologist tested her for Von Willebrand factor-which she was positive for. Your doctor prob tested you for inherited gene anomalies but ask if he/she did those tests. By the way I have Factor 2 which is another clotting disorder-exact opposite of my Sis. Gotta love DNA!

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januaryjane | @januaryjane | Jul 5, 2023

I'm pretty sure I was tested for Von Willebrand. Sorry to hear about you and your sister. Not sure about inherited gene anomalies. Thanks for the tip. I still have to look for that paperwork. Happy 4th

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floann9 | @floann9 | Sep 29 10:02am

I have been taking Brukinsa for 3 months as treatment for Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia and noticed some unexplained bruising, which is a side effect of the meds. It was most obvious the first month, but has subsided. I have also changed my diet to mostly plant based, eliminating animal protein in favor of beans, legumes, protein smoothies, etc. I do occasionally eat some fish. My last check up Sept. 16th showed marked improvement in my blood work and bruising is rarely occurring.
Wishing everyone the best as you navigate through your health challenges.

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