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APS Foundation of America, Inc. The APSFA is bringing awareness to Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS). Founded in 2005, APS Foundation of America, Inc.

(APSFA) is the only United States nonprofit health agency dedicated to bringing national awareness to Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS), the primary cause of multiple miscarriages, thrombosis, young strokes, and heart attacks. We are a volunteer-run, community-based 501(c)3 non-profit Public Charity organization. We are dedicated to fostering and facilitating joint efforts in education, support, public awareness, research, and patient services. The APSFA’s Medical Advisory Team includes nationally & internationally recognized experts on Antiphospholipid Syndrome.

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The Founders, Administrator (s), Assistant(s), Helper(s), Greeter(s) & Staff of this forum are not medical doctors. This forum's Founders, Administrator(s), Assistant(s), Helpers, Greeters & Staff are not medical doctors. APS Foundation of America is not intended to replace standard doctor-patient visits, physical examination, and medical testing. Information given to members is only an opinion. All information should be confirmed with your personal doctor. Always seek a trained physician's advice before seeking any new treatment regarding your medical diagnosis or condition. Any information received from the APS Foundation of America is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure. This site is for informational purposes only. Additionally, while APS Foundation of America, Inc. frequently updates its content, medical information changes rapidly; therefore, some information may be outdated when you read it.

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Medical journal articles do not constitute medical advice. Please share these with your medical care team. Page rules can be found here:http://apsfa.org/new/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/APSFA-Rules.pdf

10/01/2026
Credit to Kidneys & APS: what a new review highlights A recent review pulled together what we know about how antiphosph...
10/01/2026

Credit to Kidneys & APS: what a new review highlights

A recent review pulled together what we know about how antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL) can affect the kidneys.

Key points:
• Kidney involvement in APS can take different forms (not just one “type”).
• It may start quietly — things like high blood pressure or small amounts of protein in urine can be early clues.
• Diagnosis can be complex, and sometimes a kidney biopsy helps clarify what’s going on.

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Credit to You wake up tired.You ration your energy like currency.You cancel plans, adjust expectations, smile when you’...
10/01/2026

Credit to You wake up tired.
You ration your energy like currency.
You cancel plans, adjust expectations, smile when you’re crumbling.
And still — people say, “You’re so lucky to stay home all day.”

They don’t see that this is work.

Not the kind with a paycheck — but the kind that takes everything you’ve got.

If this is you…

I want you to know: healing is possible.

You’re not lazy. You’re not broken.

You’re navigating something most people will never understand.

✨ And you don’t have to do it alone.

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Credit to How I’m spending my life this year:
moving more while staying mindful, walking when that’s all my body allows, eating well to support my health and still enjoying treats 🍻🍫

No extremes. No guilt. Just listening, healing, and choosing balance over perfection

Credit to A blood clot may change a life, but it does not define a future ❤️. Drop a heart below if this resonates wit...
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Credit to A blood clot may change a life, but it does not define a future ❤️.

Drop a heart below if this resonates with you

Credit to Statistics matter. Research matters. Clinical guidance matters. But personal stories change how people listen...
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Credit to Statistics matter. Research matters. Clinical guidance matters.

But personal stories change how people listen, and how they advocate for themselves.

If you’ve experienced a blood clot, clotting disorder, or complications related to women’s health and feel ready to share, we welcome your story. You can submit it here, thoughtfully and on your terms: bit.ly/mystorymyvoice26 and to apsfa.org/contactus

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Credit to Fill yourself first, so you can show up whole, not empty. 💙
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Credit to Fill yourself first, so you can show up whole, not empty. 💙

Credit to Cold snaps can be extra tough if you live with Raynaud’s ❄️Raynaud’s affects blood flow (often fingers/toes) ...
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Credit to Cold snaps can be extra tough if you live with Raynaud’s ❄️

Raynaud’s affects blood flow (often fingers/toes) and can cause colour changes white → blue → red, plus pain/numbness/tingling.

Winter tips:
🧤 layers + warm gloves/socks
🔥 hand/foot warmers
🥶 insulated gloves for freezer/fridge moments
😮‍💨 stress can trigger symptoms too — be kind to yourself

We can’t give personal medical advice, but we can point you to trusted resources. 💙

👇 Comment “RAYNAUDS” and we’ll DM link.
💾 Save for winter + share with someone who needs it.

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Credit to 5 things about me 🤍I’m on a healing journey: physically, mentally, emotionally.This space isn’t about perfect...
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Credit to 5 things about me 🤍
I’m on a healing journey: physically, mentally, emotionally.

This space isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up, learning, and committing to yourself, even on the hard days.

If you’re healing, recovering, or just trying to take things one step at a time, we got this 🤍

Credit to “You don’t look sick.”Yeah… that’s kind of the point.Because if you did, maybe people would finally understan...
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Credit to “You don’t look sick.”

Yeah… that’s kind of the point.

Because if you did, maybe people would finally understand what you’re going through.

If this feels like your daily reality — You are not alone.

You deserve support, not suspicion.

🫶 Save this to remind yourself: it’s not just tired. It’s chronic illness.

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