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==What causes Glanzmann's thrombasthenia?== | ==What causes Glanzmann's thrombasthenia?== | ||
Glanzmann disease is caused by the lack of a protein that is normally on the surface of platelets. This substance is needed for platelets to clump together to form blood clots. | |||
The condition is congenital, which means it is present from birth. There are several genetic abnormalities that can cause the condition. | |||
==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ==When to seek urgent medical care?== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Glanzmann disease is a rare disorder of blood platelets, which results in easy bruising and nosebleeds.
What are the symptoms of Glanzmann's thrombasthenia?
What causes Glanzmann's thrombasthenia?
Glanzmann disease is caused by the lack of a protein that is normally on the surface of platelets. This substance is needed for platelets to clump together to form blood clots.
The condition is congenital, which means it is present from birth. There are several genetic abnormalities that can cause the condition.
When to seek urgent medical care?
Diagnosis
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Glanzmann's thrombasthenia?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Glanzmann's thrombasthenia