You may not be able to stop bleeding because of issues with your blood's clotting process. According to research, effective blood clotting relies on clotting factors and platelets. If these are in short supply or not functioning correctly, or if you have abnormal blood vessels, this can lead to prolonged or heavy bleeding.
Here's a breakdown:
Potential Causes of Prolonged Bleeding
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Clotting Factor Deficiency or Dysfunction: Clotting factors are proteins in the blood that work together to form a blood clot. If you don't have enough of a specific clotting factor, or if a clotting factor doesn't work as it should, your blood won't clot properly.
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Platelet Problems: Platelets are blood cells that help form clots. A low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) or platelets that don't function correctly can lead to excessive bleeding.
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Abnormal Blood Vessels: Weak or malformed blood vessels can bleed more easily and for a longer time.
Understanding Bleeding Disorders
Bleeding disorders vary in severity. Some are mild, causing only occasional nosebleeds or heavy periods. Others are severe and can cause life-threatening bleeding. When your blood cannot clot properly, bleeding can become heavy and persist for a long time.
