Comment: | The foundation has been set up to provide information understanding and support to sufferers of Hughes Syndrome, and to support research.
Hughes Syndrome, also known as 'sticky blood' and antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), may be a factor in:
+ thrombosis and heart problems;
+ headaches, migraine and visual disturbances;
+ memory loss;
+ low platelet count;
+ repeated miscarriages;
+ strokes and DVT's;
+ lung clots (pulmonary embolism).
It can be diagnosed via blood tests, and is treated with aspirin and anticoagulants. Visit the website for more details. |