Epistemis

Prolonged bleeding after injuries

Specialty: Hematology.

  • it doesn't stop bleeding
  • easy bleeding

Why it occurs

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  • Antiplatelets or anticoagulants
  • Von Willebrand disease
  • Thrombopenia

Initial workup

CBC with platelets, PT/INR and aPTT; review medications and liver function.

red flags

Spontaneous mucosal or joint bleeding → urgent hemostasis study.

Standard management

  • Correct the cause — vitamin K, platelets, factors according to deficiency

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousWet mucocutaneous bleeding (Oral hemorrhagic bullae)
Area
Hematology
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
1
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