Prolonged bleeding time
Prolongation of the time taken for a standardized skin cut of fixed depth and length to stop bleeding.
Also called: Increased bleeding time, Prolonged bleeding time.
Conditions associated with prolonged bleeding time
The following conditions have been associated with prolonged bleeding time in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Bernard-Soulier syndrome
Bernard Soulier syndrome (BSS) is an inherited platelet disorder characterized by mild to severe bleeding tend...
Classical Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Classical Ehlers-Danlos 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....
GATA2 deficiency spectrum
GATA2 deficiency spectrum is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Glanzmann thrombasthenia
Glanzmann thrombasthenia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Glanzmann thrombasthenia 1
A bleeding syndrome characterized by spontaneous mucocutaneous bleeding and an exaggerated response to trauma ...
Glanzmann thrombasthenia 2
Glanzmann thrombasthenia 2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome 1
Any Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the HPS1 gene....
Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome 7
Any Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the DTNBP1 gene....
Mixed connective tissue disease
Mixed connective tissue disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome (WAS) is a primary immunodeficiency disease characterized by microthrombocytopenia, e...
congenital prothrombin deficiency
Congenital factor II deficiency is an inherited bleeding disorder due to reduced activity of factor II (FII, p...
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 time
When investigating prolonged bleeding time, 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 time
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
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 prolonged bleeding time 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 time mean?
Prolonged bleeding time is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Prolongation of the time taken for a standardized skin cut of fixed depth and length to stop bleeding.
Which conditions are associated with prolonged bleeding time?
Prolonged bleeding time has been reported in association with 15 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Bernard-Soulier syndrome, Classical Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Essential thrombocythemia, GATA2 deficiency spectrum, Glanzmann thrombasthenia. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about prolonged bleeding time?
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.