Hello,
I understand your
anxiety about this. I do not know enough about the specific mutations related to this condition. However, the baby
aspirin is typical in cases where there is increased risk of blood clot. It seems like such a little thing and
aspirin seems so basic, but really it is an amazing drug. If you had a history of DVT or other clots already, perhaps they would feel more intervention might be indicated but under the circumstances, this is a good course of action and would likely not be any different if they did have more information about the specific possible variants that are possible with Factor V.
By the way, clotting factors are implicated in miscarriage in only rare cases. Most miscarriages occur in perfectly healthy women with no risks at all - merely luck of the draw. It is suspected that most are caused by embryos which are defective and cannot survive. When you think about everything which must come together perfectly for pregnancy to occur, implantation and development to progress, it's a wonder it happens as easily and often as it does.
Good luck to you as this miracle of pregnancy progresses.
The answers in online forums are for information only and are not intended to substitute for medical advice and care. Please see your personal health care provider for further evaluation of your individual case.
Debbie Miller, RN
