In more severe cases, vWD can resemble hemophilia, but it is rare for persons with vWD to bleed into joints or muscles. Typical vWD symptoms include recurrent nosebleeds, easy bruising, heavy menstrual flow, or excessive, unusual bleeding from the mouth or gums. People with vWD can bleed heavily for a long time after surgery or injury. One of two children born to a parent carrying the vWD gene is likely to have the disease. Unlike hemophilia, however, vWD equally affects sons and daughters of the carrier.
Treatments vary by each type.
For minor bleeding, such as nosebleeds, treatment may not be necessary. When treatment is needed, medications are now available that may be applied to the bleeding site. More serious bleeding problems may require infusions. Comprehensive care Comprehensive care means total care. At the Blood Disorder Center, we treat the whole person, and his or her family, through continuous supervision of all medical, psychological, and social aspects of blood disorders.