Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (APS): Symptoms
(APS) is an . are a type of . They usually help defend the body against infections. In APS, however, the body makes antibodies that mistakenly – a type of .
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About the Signs and Symptoms of APS
The signs and symptoms of (APS) are related to abnormal clotting. The outcome of a blood clot depends on its size and location.
clots can form in, or travel to, the or in the , , , , and . Clots can reduce or block blood flow, damaging the body’s and possibly causing death.
Major Signs and Symptoms
Major signs and symptoms of clots include:
pain and shortness of breath Pain, redness, warmth, and swelling in the Ongoing Speech changes Upper body discomfort in the , back, , and jaw (feeling sick to your )clots can lead to , , damage, , and .
Pregnant women who have APS are at higher risk for miscarriages, stillbirths, and other -related problems, such as preeclampsia.
Preeclampsia…