Von willebrand disease

Common

An inherited bleeding disorder that results from low levels of specific clotting protein in the blood. This results in abnormal bleeding after an injury, surgery or during menses.

Symptoms may include:

• Nose bleeding which last longer
• Heavy menstrual bleeding
• Blood in urine or stool...

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

Very rare

A group of hereditary disorders that affect the connective tissues of the body. Connective tissues provide strength and flexibility to the skin, bones, blood vessels, and other organs.

Symptoms may include:

• Easy bruising
• Over flexible joints, smaller joints being more affected
• Loose joints that dislocate easily...

Dengue fever

Very rare

A mosquito borne viral disease. This causes high fever, headahe and joint pains.

Symptoms may include:

• Sudden onset of very high fever
• Severe headache usually at the back of eyes
• Easy bruising...

Cushing's syndrome

Very rare

A disorder resulting from abnormally high levels of the hormone cortisol. This causes obesity, fatty deposits in the midsection, face, between the shoulders, and upper back.

Symptoms may include:

• Purple or pink stretch marks noted on the breasts, arms, abdomen, and thighs
• Thinning, fragile skin
• Easy bruising...

Leukemia

Rare

A type of cancer which affects the production and function of blood cells. This causes swollen lymph nodes, recurrent nosebleeds, tiredness, frequent infections, weight loss, bleeding, and bone pain.

Symptoms may include:

• Weakness and fatigue
• Red spots on the skin
• Easy bruising