Question 1

can you get a tummy tuck if you have von willebrand disease?

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Depends: Von willebrand disease is not an absolute contraindication to tummy tuck surgery.  However, it does increase your risk for complications.   I recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon who could discuss the issue with you and help you determine the best course of treatment for you.

Question 2

how do you get tested for  von willebrand disease?

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Blood tests: There are a few blood tests that help diagnose von willebrand disease. It is not always easy to diagnose. The levels that are measured can change with stress or illness, making it tough to know if you have the disease. Repeat testing is essential.

Question 3

could people with von willebrand disease get tattoos?

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Yes, but....: Most people with von willebrand disease (VWD) do not know they have it. Many of them get tattoos and have no bleeding problems. If someone has one of the rarer forms of VWD and has a history of bleeding problems, i would recommend that they coordinate with their hematologist if they really wanted to get a tattoo.

Question 4

can a person with von willebrand disease get a tattoo?

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TATTOOS: Von willebrand disease (VWD) is a bleeding disorder. It affects your blood's ability to clot. If your blood doesn't clot, you can have heavy, hard-to-stop bleeding after an injury. I believe it might be dangerous to stop any of the bleeding that might occur during the tattooing pricess. I hope you are not disappointed.

Question 5

is it possible for people with von willebrand disease to get tattoos?

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Yes: About 1% of humankind has at least mild vWF. If you're presently being managed on medication by a hematologist, get his/her thoughts. If it's not been a huge problem for you, and your physician has released you, then go ahead. vWF involves the blood itself and its platelets, while the tattoo involves the deep skin.

Question 6

could people with von willebrand disease or hemophilia get tattoos?

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Yes: Like everything else involving body art, it's at your own risk. Your physician might be your best guide here. If you take a factor before other procedures, this would perhaps be a good time. Start with something small. I like well-chosen body art and if this is something you've really wanted for some time, i hope you're able to get it.

Question 7

is it possible for people with von willebrand disease or hemophilia to get tattoos?

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Yes: Yes but there is a risk of excess bleeding.

Question 8

can people with von willebrand disease get tattoos done?

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Careful: Yes, but you may bleed from each needle injection.

Question 9

could you donate blood if you have von willebrand disease?

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No: Most blood centers say no, mostly because the risk for you donating (venipuncture) is not trivial and impossible for the blood center to assess at the time of donation. You could always donate your time as a volunteer at a blood drive, however!

Question 10

as a child, doctors thought i might have von willebrand disease.

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Easy to Know: Your doctor can do a blood test to see if you have this!  see them and put this concern to rest.

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