Factor V Leiden is caused by a genetic DNA mutation that increases the chance of blood clots. Deep vein thrombophilia is more likely to develop in people with the gene, and women have a higher risk of blood clots during pregnancy. People with the factor V Leiden gene do not require treatment unless they have a clot.

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<div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="6m3l8-0-0"><span data-offset-key="6m3l8-0-0"><span data-text="true">Genetic disorders are a problem caused by abnormalities in the genes. Some genetic disorders are hereditary. This means we are more susceptible to them because of our family history. Other disorders are due to mutations in our DNA. DNA mutations are part of evolution, but sometimes they can cause abnormalities.</span></span></div>
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