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Which are the causes of Factor V Leiden?
See some of the causes of Factor V Leiden according to people who have experience in Factor V Leiden
Genetics
Posted May 4, 2017 by Jennifer 1000
This is a genetic condition. You have done nothing to cause it.
Posted May 4, 2017 by Dawn B 1000
Genetics are a factor in the mutation. It can also be acquired m from underlying health issues such as autoimmune reactions, even medication can cause it.
Posted May 11, 2017 by Stacy 2650
Genetics! This a genetic mutation passed down from a biological parent.
Posted May 16, 2017 by Rachael 1000
Factor V Leiden is a blood clotting disorder. It is not a disease. Factor V is a protein that is needed for blood to clot properly. Some people do not have the normal Factor V protein. Instead, they have an different form called Factor V Leiden. This is caused by a change (mutation) in the gene for this protein.
The different gene that makes the Factor V Leiden protein is inherited from one or both parents. The Factor V Leiden protein is harder to “turn off” than the normal Factor V protein. This makes blood clots more likely to form, a condition called thrombophilia.
If you have Factor V Leiden, you have a greater chance of developing blood clots. Blood clots in the deep veins in your legs (called deep vein thrombosis or DVT) or in your lungs (called pulmonary embolus or PE) can be dangerous.
The different gene that makes the Factor V Leiden protein is inherited from one or both parents. The Factor V Leiden protein is harder to “turn off” than the normal Factor V protein. This makes blood clots more likely to form, a condition called thrombophilia.
If you have Factor V Leiden, you have a greater chance of developing blood clots. Blood clots in the deep veins in your legs (called deep vein thrombosis or DVT) or in your lungs (called pulmonary embolus or PE) can be dangerous.
Posted Dec 28, 2017 by Barbara 4050
