It requires many different kinds of blood tests. For this reason, if you believe you have vWD it is important to go to a qualified treatment center where the staff is experienced in testing for bleeding disorders. The amount of vWF protein in the blood is sensitive to changes in the body. This can affect symptoms. The following conditions are known to affect vWD levels.
Treatment is based on the type of vWD and the symptoms.
The aim of therapy is to correct the clotting problem. This is usually accomplished by raising the levels of vWF and another protein called factor VIII in the bloodstream. 6,7 Side effects include local injection site reactions, facial flushing, headache and changes in blood pressure. This is another type of desmopressin, made as a high concentrate nasal spray. Stimate is recommended for people with mild or moderate Type 1 vWD and is generally well-tolerated.