Prolonged bleeding after surgery
Bleeding that persists longer than the normal time following a surgical procedure.
Also called: Excessive bleeding during surgery, Prolonged bleeding after surgery, Protracted bleeding after surgery.
Conditions associated with prolonged bleeding after surgery
The following conditions have been associated with prolonged bleeding after surgery in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
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...
Combined deficiency of factor V and factor VIII
Combined deficiency of factor V and factor VIII is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
Congenital factor V deficiency
Congenital factor V deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital factor VII deficiency
Congenital factor VII deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Congenital factor X deficiency
Congenital factor X deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Congenital factor XIII deficiency
Congenital factor XIII deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Congenital plasminogen activator inhibitor type 1 deficiency
Congenital plasminogen activator inhibitor type 1 deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated wit...
Glanzmann thrombasthenia
Glanzmann thrombasthenia 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....
Moderate hemophilia A
Moderate hemophilia A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Severe hemophilia A
Severe hemophilia A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
von Willebrand disease 1
Type 1 von Willebrand disease (type 1 VWD) is a form of VWD characterized by a bleeding disorder associated wi...
von Willebrand disease 3
Type 3 von Willebrand disease (type 3 VWD) is the most severe form of VWD characterized by a bleeding disorder...
Tests providers may use to investigate prolonged bleeding after surgery
When investigating prolonged bleeding after surgery, 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 ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside prolonged bleeding after surgery
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Bruising susceptibility
An ecchymosis (bruise) refers to the skin discoloration caused by the escape of blood into the tissues from ru...
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hematuria
The presence of blood in the urine. Hematuria may be gross hematuria (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic...
Migraine
Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by episodic attacks of headache and associated sympt...
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 prolonged bleeding after surgery 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 prolonged bleeding after surgery mean?
Prolonged bleeding after surgery is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Bleeding that persists longer than the normal time following a surgical procedure.
Which conditions are associated with prolonged bleeding after surgery?
Prolonged bleeding after surgery has been reported in association with 15 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Bernard-Soulier syndrome, Bernard-Soulier syndrome, Bleeding disorder in hemophilia A carriers, Combined deficiency of factor V and factor VIII, Congenital factor V deficiency. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about prolonged bleeding after surgery?
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.