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.

Not sure what abnormal bleeding might be related to? See the lab tests that healthcare providers may use to investigate abnormal bleeding, and the conditions they help explore.
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Associations

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....

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Acute liver failure

Acute liver failure is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Acute promyelocytic leukemia

Acute promyelocytic leukemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Acute radiation syndrome

Acute radiation syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Bernard-Soulier syndrome

Bernard-Soulier syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Bernard-Soulier syndrome

Bernard Soulier syndrome (BSS) is an inherited platelet disorder characterized by mild to severe bleeding tend...

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Bleeding disorder in hemophilia A carriers

Bleeding disorder in hemophilia A carriers is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...

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Caroli syndrome

Caroli syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Chikungunya

Chikungunya is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Chédiak-Higashi syndrome

Chédiak-Higashi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Congenital alpha2-antiplasmin deficiency

Congenital alpha2-antiplasmin deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...

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Congenital factor II deficiency

Congenital factor II deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Congenital fibrinogen deficiency

Congenital fibrinogen deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...

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Ebola hemorrhagic fever

Ebola hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Eisenmenger syndrome

Eisenmenger syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Essential thrombocythemia

Essential thrombocythemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia

Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...

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Factor VII deficiency

Factor VII deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Familial thrombocytosis

Familial thrombocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Gaucher disease

Gaucher disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Glanzmann thrombasthenia 2

Glanzmann thrombasthenia 2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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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...

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Hepatitis delta

Hepatitis delta is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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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...

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Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome

Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Kaposiform lymphangiomatosis

Kaposiform lymphangiomatosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Lassa fever

Lassa fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Malakoplakia

Malakoplakia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Marburg hemorrhagic fever

Marburg hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Moderate hemophilia A

Moderate hemophilia A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts

Myelodysplastic neoplasm with increased blasts is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...

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Neuroblastoma

Neuroblastoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Parkes Weber syndrome

Parkes Weber syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor

Peripheral primitive neuroectodermal tumor is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...

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Plague

Plague is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Primary familial polycythemia

Primary familial polycythemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation

Pulmonary arteriovenous malformation is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...

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Relapsing fever

Relapsing fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome

Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...

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Rift valley fever

Rift valley fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....

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Tests

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.

Blood Culture

Detects bacteria or fungi in the bloodstream....

Sample: Blood

CBC with Differential

Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...

Sample: Blood

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...

Sample: Blood

Hepatitis B Surface Antigen

Detects active hepatitis B infection....

Sample: Blood

Hepatitis C Antibody

Screens for exposure to hepatitis C virus....

Sample: Blood

Hepatitis Panel

Screens for hepatitis A, B, and C infections....

Sample: Blood

Lactate

Measures lactic acid levels to assess tissue oxygenation and sepsis risk....

Sample: Blood

Liver Function Test

Measures ALT, AST, ALP, bilirubin, and albumin to assess liver health....

Sample: Blood

Peripheral Blood Smear

Microscopic examination of blood cells....

Sample: Blood

Urinalysis

Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....

Sample: Urine

Related

Symptoms commonly seen alongside abnormal bleeding

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.

FAQ

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.

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