Can people with immune system and blood disorders get piercings and tattoos?

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I have von Willebrand's disease level 1 and an immune system disorder. Is it safe to get piercings and tattoos?
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What chemicals is added to prevent blood from coagulation or cloting ?

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In other words,..what are the anticoagulants ?
There are various anticoagulants available: Heparin, Warfarin for clinical laboratory use theres EDTA and various others  (+ info)

Where can I buy a topical gel/cream that can stop bleeding/promote blood coagulation?

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It was recommended to me to buy some in case of emergencies for my pet, but I can't find out what product to buy. Help!
It used to be called a styptic pencil, but it also came in powder and liquid. It was primarily to stop cuts from shaving. But it did sting. And I used to get it from the druggist.  (+ info)

Can you have high Blood presure with Gitelmans' or similar disorders?

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I am seeing a physician. But, I would like to know if there are any cases of patients who have this type of disorder (wasting of electrolytes) or other renal disorder with a diagnosis of high blood pressure.
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when i get a blood test for lyme and mono can they tell if i have AIDS or other blood disorders?

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or do they just test for what the purpose of taking the blood is for?

6tubes!
They only run the tests that the doctor has ordered. If you (or your doctor) haven't requested an HIV test, they won't be looking for it.  (+ info)

Those of you with clotting disorders; Does a glass of wine a day help keep the blood thinner?

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Sweettaker - it's definately no vitamin K. I have a coaulation disorder called "factor v leiden" and my blood tends to clot easily. After my pulmonary embolism, I was advised not to overload on vitamin k rich foods as it will help clot my blood. It must be vitamin E. Thanks for your input. :)
Any type of alcohol consumption causes a minor reduction in clotting ability. Pineapple juice also contains a chemical called bromelain that can have a strong anti-coagulant effect. It is still not verified scientifically whether cranberry juice contains any chemicals that affect clotting, but it might have some effect.   (+ info)

what are the more rare symptoms of leukemia or other blood disorders?

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im trying to figure out what is wrong with me. a detailed list of symptoms would be very useful and greatly appreciated. (:
i know it seems wierd not to go to a doctor first but i had a very traumatic experience and was hoping to diagnose myself to ease my worrying.
i know it seems wierd not to go to a doctor first but i had a very traumatic experience and was hoping to diagnose myself to ease my worrying.
Only your physician will know what your symptoms are caused by. Leukemia is not the most common reason for symptoms but it is possible. You really need to talk to your physician to resolve your concerns. If it is something serious like leukemia, you need to have your physician diagnose you so you can begin treatment.

My son E was diagnosed with a Wilms' Tumour as a newborn, won his battle, and was recently diagnosed with Secondary Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML). AML is related to ALL but is still quite different. His cancer is most likely a secondary cancer caused by the chemotherapy his first time when he fought Wilms. E somehow passed his screenings he has every 3 months back in October but in the end of November we started to notice he wasn't quite himself, and he was diagnosed December 19th.

There are lots of symptoms of leukemia but each individual is different. Some display some symptoms while others display other ones. E had a cold in November that he just couldn't kick. We took him to the doctor and he was given an antibiotic. He got a little better but as soon as he finished the antibiotic he got sick again. He had some joint pain at the time of diagnosis. I have to say I didn't really think too much of the joint pain because he doesn't walk well due to one of the previous chemotherapy drugs he had - Vincristine. He usually has a couple bruises here and there since he is a 2 year old. His walking was greatly affected from one of the drugs in his first chemo cocktail so he trips and falls pretty often. But the bruising he had was more than usual - he bruised at the slightest bump. That's when we really knew something was wrong and took him to the doctor again. Once he was diagnosed (through blood tests looking for certain markers) we found out that his spleen and liver were enlarged - also symptoms of leukemia. Due to the extent of enlargement of his spleen, he had it removed after a round of chemotherapy. So far he has had 3 strong doses of chemo, a round of consolidation chemo, and he's currently on his second round of consolidation chemotherapy and he's labeled as being in remission! He still has 4-6 rounds of consolidation chemo left just to make sure all of the cancerous cells are gone.

I hope this helped you out some and I hope nothing but the best for you. If you have any more questions feel free to email me ([email protected]) or IM me (crazycanuckj).  (+ info)

Anybody here had a stillbirth due to blood clotting disorders?

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After mine @ 23 weeks, my Dr. discovered I have something called Protein S deficiency and he believes that is what cause the demise. He also mentioned something about this being an autoimmune system disorder and that means that my body was attacking the fetus. Next time I will be taking Lovenox (bllod thiners) and Prednisone (cortirosteroids sp??) to prevent my body from attacking the baby
Hey

I had a stillbirth at 34 weeks, 12th dec 08.
We get the postmortem results back 3rd feb, so not long now.
I am sorry to hear of your loss, if u ever need a chat message me xx  (+ info)

Is it possible to diagnose certain mental disorders through a blood test?

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If so which ones?
No, you cannot diagnose any mental disorder through a blood test. There are tests that can pick up levels of neurotransmitters in urine samples, but that can't diagnose a mental disorder either, it can only detect whether there are high or low levels of certain transmitters in the body.

Often times blood tests are used to rule out physical conditions that can mimic depression and anxiety like thyroid or adrenal problems. By ruling out a physical cause for depressive and anxious symptoms (like hypothyroidism or adrenal insufficiency) a doctor can make a more accurate diagnosis of a mental disorder, but it isn't an actual diagnosis, only a tool to aid diagnosis.

Diagnosis of a mental disorder is made through an extensive interview with the patient, during which they describe their symptoms as specifically as possible. Family history is also looked at, and sometimes surveys are used for both the patient and their family members if they are willing to have their family involved.

Diagnosing a mental illness is highly subjective and it's not uncommon for different doctors to come to different conclusions, especially with difficult to diagnose disorders like bipolar disorder. Since there's no "gold star" method of diagnosis (like a blood test), misdiagnosis is unfortunately not uncommon. If someone feels that the diagnosis they have been given doesn't fit, they should seek a second opinion.

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Is it abnormal to have pieces of coagulation in the menstrual blood?

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yes.

Menstrual clots are normal for many women, but they can also signal changes that may or may not be significant. In this article, I'll try to explain the whys and wherefores of clots.
What Are They?
Clots are the natural result of your body taking care of you. They are a natural way of controlling bleeding. Scientifically, it is a complicated and involved process that leads to fibrin being formed into a matrix.

On a scraped knee, this mechanism leads to scab formation. But inside the uterus, the process results in a clot. Because blood in the uterus is mixed with many other cells and endometrial tissue, there is a difference between this clot and those seen on the skin.

Whenever blood pools or is retained inside the uterus it is likely to clot. When menstrual blood and cells pass immediately outside the body, clots are less likely . As a general rule, the redder the blood is, the faster it has reached the outside. The blacker it is, the longer it took to exit the body. If the blood is accumulating faster than the body’s ability to transfer it out of the uterus, clots are the result.

Are Clots Ever Normal?
Yes. Many women routinely have some clotting during menses. Factors that determine whether clots will occur include:

the size of the uterus
the ability of the uterine myometrium (muscle) to contract
fibroids
adenomyosis
the diameter of the cervical canal through which the blood must flow
any obstruction to the outflow of menstrual products such as polyps, adhesions, etc.
How Should Clots be Evaluated?
The most important indicators are the blood count (hematocrit) and the duration of clotting. If a woman can maintain a normal blood count without developing anemia, and the clotting does not last more than the length of her normal period, it is usually considered within acceptable limits.

What Else Can it Mean?
When there is a significant change in the amount or duration of clotting, we should consider several possible explanations.

Pregnancy: When pregnancy is a possibility, it should always be tested for. Problem pregnancies, miscarriages, and ectopic pregnancies can all be associated with clotting.

Hormonal Changes:
Short term: Hormone production can vary for many reasons. Some of these include failure to ovulate, ovarian cysts, and medication. It is not uncommon for any woman to experience an occasionally bizarre menses with unusual clotting. The majority of these occurrences are short-lived and followed by normal periods.

Chronic: Other factors that can change hormone production on an ongoing basis include peri-menopausal changes, chronic illness, significant weight gain or loss, and use of certain long term medications such as steroids, or prolonged failure to ovulate.

Changes in the Uterus:
Fibroids: Called leiomyomata, fibroids are very common. They are benign growths of muscle that form spheres occupying space within the normal muscle of the uterine wall. They can grow into the inside of the uterus (submucous), stay within the wall (intramural), or grow from the outside surface (subserosal). Sometimes they grow on a stalk (pedunculated). If they interfere with the ability of the entire uterus to contract, bleeding will increase and clots are likely to form.

Adenomyosis: When this abnormality occurs, it is commonly associated with a reduction in the ability of the muscle fibers in the uterine wall to contract. This, in turn, can result in clotting. (For more information on adenomyosis, please see Dr. Albee's newsletter on it.)

Large Uterus: After multiple pregnancies or multiple births, the uterus may remain larger than it was pre-pregnancy. If the cavity of the uterus enlarges, more pooling of menstrual blood may occur. This results in an increase in clotting.

Polyps: Polyps or other growths inside the uterus can act as an obstruction to the outflow of blood during menses. This can increase clotting. These growths can also bleed themselves.

Outflow Obstruction: Anything that can partially block the outflow of fluid from the uterus during menses can contribute to clotting. The most common form of outflow obstruction results from natural changes after menopause when hormone levels drop. Without estrogen stimulation, the cervical canal may atrophy, or shrink. This can restrict the flow of blood, so clots are likely to form. This problem does not surface unless there is some reason for the post-menopausal woman to bleed. Then she may notice that the bleeding is not at all like her menstrual period used to be.

Does Endometriosis Cause Clotting?
In my experience about 30-40% of endometriosis patients experience abnormal bleeding, which may or may not include clotting. In general, I feel this is an indirect effect and not a direct one. For example, a woman who develops a large endometrioma may find that it interferes with normal ovulation. This could indirectly lead to abnormal bleeding and possibly influence clot formation.

In Summary
Clots in and of themselves are generally not harmful. One menstrual cycle that is different from your normal pattern probably doesn’t mean anything. But if changes continue, you should bring them to the attention of your physician.  (+ info)

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