Glanzmann’s thrombasthenia is a rare blood disorder where platelets lack the glycoprotein fibrogen, preventing clotting and causing excessive bleeding. It is inherited and diagnosed through tests, with treatments including hormonal supplements, fibrin sealant medications, and platelet transfusions. Certain medications should be avoided. Glanzmann’s thrombasthenia (GT) is an extremely rare blood disorder. It affects platelets in […]
Thromboasthenia, also known as Glanzmann’s disease, is a rare bleeding disorder caused by a lack of protein that allows platelets to clump together. Symptoms include easy and prolonged bleeding, bruising, and nosebleeds. There is no cure, but preventative measures can be taken. Thromboasthenia is a rare autosomal recessive bleeding disorder also known as Glanzmann’s disease […]
