Disease: Von Willebrand Disease
Symptoms: Easy or excessive bruising, prolonged or excessive bleeding from cuts or injuries, frequent nosebleeds, heavy or prolonged menstrual periods, bleeding gums, blood in urine or stool
Treatments: Desmopressin (DDAVP) medication, replacement therapy with von Willebrand factor (VWF) concentrate or cryoprecipitate, oral contraceptives (for women with heavy menstrual bleeding), avoiding certain medications, dental care precautions, regular medical follow-up