i thought i had a disorder called factor v leiden but yesterday just found out its prothrombin2. is there anyone else with this blood clotting disorder that can tell me a little about it? i have had blood clots twice both after pregnancy. i am being referred to an oncologist for this and now my children may have to be tested. i also have panic disorder and finding out the news about my disorder scares me so. and my attacks are getting worse now

thanks tanya

Hello Tanya,

My son who is 41 has inherited Prothrombin 2 from me; I am a carrier. He developed a blood clot in his brain when he was 34 and was treated successfully with blood thinners and other medications. Several months later he had a clot in the portal vein that leads to the liver and spleen. Again, he was treated and went on with his life.

A few weeks ago my son went to a vascular surgeon who told him that he needs to take his medication regularly because he has a large clot in a leg vein. Apparently, he had not been taking his blood thinners regularly and that is a no-no. You MUST take the medication always.

Don't be worried, just take your medication and have regular visits with your vascular specialist. You need regular tests to monitor your blood levels.

CarolAnne