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Can Swelling And Bruising In Thigh Be Related To Factor V Blood Clotting Disorder?

I have been recently diagnosed with factor V blood clotting disorder, protein C deficiency, Antithrombin III, and a heterozygote mthfr. This evening I noticed an unusual bruise on my upper thigh that is also swollen. Is this something that I should be concerned about?
I am 26 yo, otherwise healthy female. I did just change from a active job to a desk job.
Mon, 27 Oct 2014
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Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.
1. Yes, it is worrisome and you need to get yourself evaluated.
2. Get a PT and APTT or if possible serum factor V assay to check the level of clotting factors.
3. Mild injury can cause massive bleeding. Swelling and bruise could be a hematoma. Extensive blood loss, if happening can be dangerous. Meet your doctor immediately.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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Can Swelling And Bruising In Thigh Be Related To Factor V Blood Clotting Disorder?

Hi, Thanks for asking. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows. 1. Yes, it is worrisome and you need to get yourself evaluated. 2. Get a PT and APTT or if possible serum factor V assay to check the level of clotting factors. 3. Mild injury can cause massive bleeding. Swelling and bruise could be a hematoma. Extensive blood loss, if happening can be dangerous. Meet your doctor immediately. Hope it helps. Any further queries, happy to help again.