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Von Willebrand Disease (VWD) is a bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency or dysfunction of the von Willebrand factor (VWF), a protein that helps blood clot. Here are some key points about VWD:

- Types of VWD: There are three types
- Type 1: Low levels of VWF, but the protein functions normally.
- Type 2: VWF is Show Full Answer

Von Willebrand Disease (VWD) is a bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency or dysfunction of the von Willebrand factor (VWF), a protein that helps blood clot. Here are some key points about VWD:

- Types of VWD: There are three types:
- Type 1: Low levels of VWF, but the protein functions normally.
- Type 2: VWF is present but doesn't work properly.
- Type 3: Very low or no VWF, leading to severe bleeding issues.

- Symptoms:
- Frequent nosebleeds lasting at least 10 minutes
- Excessive bleeding after surgeries, injuries, cuts, or dental work
- Anemia due to iron deficiency
- Large bruises that form bumps under the skin
- Heavy menstrual bleeding in females

- Diagnosis:
- Blood tests such as complete blood count (CBC), prothrombin time (PT), and activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT)
- Specific tests to measure VWF levels and activity, including the ristocetin cofactor test

- Treatment:
- Desmopressin (DDAVP) to help the body make more VWF
- Replacement therapy with clotting factors made in a lab

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