Abnormal bleeding
An abnormal susceptibility to bleeding, often referred to as a bleeding diathesis. A bleeding diathesis may be related to vascular, platelet and coagulation defects.
Also called: Bleeding diathesis, Bleeding tendency, Hemorrhagic diathesis.
Conditions associated with abnormal bleeding
The following conditions have been associated with abnormal bleeding in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Abetalipoproteinemia
Abetalipoproteinemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute liver failure
Acute liver failure is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute promyelocytic leukemia
Acute promyelocytic leukemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute radiation syndrome
Acute radiation syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bernard-Soulier syndrome
Bernard-Soulier syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bernard-Soulier syndrome
Bernard Soulier syndrome (BSS) is an inherited platelet disorder characterized by mild to severe bleeding tend...
Bleeding disorder in hemophilia A carriers
Bleeding disorder in hemophilia A carriers is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
Caroli syndrome
Caroli syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital alpha2-antiplasmin deficiency
Congenital alpha2-antiplasmin deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Congenital factor II deficiency
Congenital factor II deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital fibrinogen deficiency
Congenital fibrinogen deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Ebola hemorrhagic fever
Ebola hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Eisenmenger syndrome
Eisenmenger syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Essential thrombocythemia
Essential thrombocythemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Factor VII deficiency
Factor VII deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial thrombocytosis
Familial thrombocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Gaucher disease
Gaucher disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Glanzmann thrombasthenia 2
Glanzmann thrombasthenia 2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Glycogen storage disease due to glucose-6-phosphatase deficiency type Ib
Glycogen storage disease due to glucose-6-phosphatase deficiency type Ib is a medical condition that may be as...
Hepatitis delta
Hepatitis delta is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hereditary combined deficiency of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors
Hereditary combined deficiency of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors is a medical condition that may be asso...
Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome
Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kaposiform lymphangiomatosis
Kaposiform lymphangiomatosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lassa fever
Lassa fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Malakoplakia
Malakoplakia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Marburg hemorrhagic fever
Marburg hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Moderate hemophilia A
Moderate hemophilia A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts
Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Neuroblastoma
Neuroblastoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Parkes Weber syndrome
Parkes Weber syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor
Peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
Plague
Plague is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Primary familial polycythemia
Primary familial polycythemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation
Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Relapsing fever
Relapsing fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Rift valley fever
Rift valley fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate abnormal bleeding
When investigating abnormal bleeding, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. 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 ...
Lactate
Measures lactic acid levels to assess tissue oxygenation and sepsis risk....
Liver Function Test
Measures ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, and albumin to assess liver health....
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside abnormal bleeding
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if abnormal bleeding is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom abnormal bleeding mean?
Abnormal bleeding is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. An abnormal susceptibility to bleeding, often referred to as a bleeding diathesis. A bleeding diathesis may be related to vascular, platelet and coagulation defects.
Which conditions are associated with abnormal bleeding?
Abnormal bleeding has been reported in association with 50 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Abetalipoproteinemia, Acute liver failure, Acute promyelocytic leukemia, Acute radiation syndrome, Bernard-Soulier syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about abnormal bleeding?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.