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Antiphospholipid syndrome
An autoimmune disorder that causes excess clotting, which can deplete platelents and lead to excessive bleeding.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
42 years experience
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Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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