Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor

Late August, 2003 Vicky was diagnosed with Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, an extremely rare and life threatening blood problem. This is the story of Vicky's experiences with Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor.

Too overwhelmed by it all at first to take notes, some of the earlier dates are close estimates. This site is not written from a professional viewpoint, rather it is intended to let others in similar situations have an idea of what may occur.

In Vicky's struggle against Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, she needed several dangerous drugs to help her. Unfortunately, these other drugs weakened her system and she later was hospitalized for pneumonia and a perforated intestine.

Vicky still has blood tests to make sure her Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor is being kept under control.

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