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Antiphospholipid Syndrome

Also called: Hughes Syndrome, Lupus-Like Syndrome, Anticardiolypin Antibody Syndrome, Anti Phospholipid Syndrome, APA, APLS

- Summary
- About antiphospholipid syndrome
- Signs and symptoms
- Diagnosis methods
- Treatment and prevention
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Kerry Prewitt, M.D., FACC
Robert I. Hamby, M.D., FACC, FACP
George A. Petrossian, M.D., FACC

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Signs and symptoms of APS

Symptoms of antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) include:

Deep vein thrombosis
Reduced red blood cell count, as shown in a blood test
Stroke
Pulmonary embolism
Miscarriage, especially multiple miscarriages
Anemia
Leg ulcers
Heart murmur
Transient ischemic attack
Superficial thrombophlebitis, or swelling of small veins near the surface of the skin

Other signs and symptoms that have been associated with APS include migraine headaches, Raynaud phenomenon, pulmonary hypertension, heart valve disease and kidney disorders.

If any of these conditions are recurring, it is particularly important to notify a physician. APS is characterized by recurrent episodes, especially of blood vessel disorders.

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Review Date: 08-27-2007

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