Simply put, Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor destroys the Factor VIII.  Without a decent level of factorviii, blood’s ability to clot is dimished. A minor bruise (for most people) can become a major and potentially life threatening situation for those with Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor.

Several drugs that may be used because of Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor are Prednisone, Cytoxan, Rituxin, and NovoSeven. What do they do? Share your knowledge or ask your questions here.

Remember, this forum contains personal memories and understanding, and is not written by medical experts, and it is not expected that your knowledge will be 100% medically accurate, yet we value your thoughts highly.

Doctors are a cautious bunch, and may not use the term cured of Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, instead a doctor may say a person is in remission from Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor.

If you are in remission from Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, post a few words here to help brighten the day and give hope to those going through what you went through.

Whether you are the one with Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, or your loved one has Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor it can be scarey, to say the least.

This is the place to discuss your fears about Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, and if you are able to help alleve the fears of other members, please step in, add a comment, and share your knowledge.

What is the concept and intended usefulness of  this Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor Forum? Is this forum for you?

Based on the email received about the main website, FactorVIII.Org (Vicky’s Website) , there are enough individuals in various stages of this rare disease to make this forum of use.

This forum could possibly be considered as an online support group for individuals that currently have Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, and it is also hoped  if you have progressed to the “in remission” stage, you will also join in and add your support and knowledge.

If you came across this forum while searching for information on Acquired Factor VIII Inhibitor, you may also wish to read www.factorviii.org.

Keep in mind this forum is intended as a mutual support group for individuals with Acquired Factor VII Inhibitor. Remember, every single individual may have different medical needs, and advice offered by individuals on this forum may not apply in your case. In all instances, it is usually best to follow the recomendations of your hematologist.

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