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Factor X deficiency is a disorder that causes abnormal blood clotting (coagulation), resulting from a shortage of a plasma protein called factor X.
Basic Info
Symptoms
Nose bleeds; The loss of blood into joints; Muscle bleeding; Mucous membrane bleeding.
Causes
When you bleed, the body launches a series of activities that help the blood clot. This is called the coagulation casca...
Tests
Prolonged prothrombin time; Prolonged partial thromboplastin time; Low factor X activity; Normal thrombin time.
Treatments
Treatment for the bleeding disorder is to get fresh frozen plasma or factor X concentrates into the blood during sudden...
Alternative Therapies
You can ease the stress of illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and problems. See ...
Complications
Severe bleeding or sudden loss of blood (hemorrhage) can occur. The joints may get deformed in severe disease from many...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider, go to the emergency room, or call the local emergency number (such as 911) if you have ...
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