congenital prothrombin deficiency
Congenital factor II deficiency is an inherited bleeding disorder due to reduced activity of factor II (FII, prothrombin) and characterized by mucocutaneous bleeding symptoms.
Also known as: factor 2 deficiency, factor II deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, prothrombin deficiency, Dysprothrombinemia, congenital prothrombin deficiency, hereditary prothrombin deficiency.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with congenital prothrombin deficiency
The following symptoms have been associated with congenital prothrombin deficiency in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Bruising susceptibility
An ecchymosis (bruise) refers to the skin discoloration caused by the escape of blood into the tissues from ru...
Epistaxis
Epistaxis, or nosebleed, refers to a hemorrhage localized in the nose....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Gingival bleeding
Hemorrhage affecting the gingiva....
Joint hemorrhage
Hemorrhage occurring within a joint....
Menorrhagia
Prolonged and excessive menses at regular intervals in excess of 80 mL or lasting longer than 7 days....
Prolonged bleeding time
Prolongation of the time taken for a standardized skin cut of fixed depth and length to stop bleeding....
Tests used to investigate congenital prothrombin deficiency
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating congenital prothrombin deficiency. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with congenital prothrombin deficiency, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Congenital factor V deficiency
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Congenital factor VII deficiency
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Congenital factor X deficiency
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Glanzmann thrombasthenia 1
A bleeding syndrome characterized by spontaneous mucocutaneous bleeding and an exaggerated response to trauma ...
von Willebrand disease 1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is congenital prothrombin deficiency?
congenital prothrombin deficiency is a health condition described in medical literature. Congenital factor II deficiency is an inherited bleeding disorder due to reduced activity of factor II (FII, prothrombin) and characterized by mucocutaneous bleeding symptoms.
What are the symptoms of congenital prothrombin deficiency?
congenital prothrombin deficiency is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Bruising susceptibility, Epistaxis, Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, Gingival bleeding, Joint hemorrhage, Menorrhagia. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is congenital prothrombin deficiency diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with congenital prothrombin deficiency include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have congenital prothrombin deficiency, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.