The main "treatment" for inherited thrombophilia is risk reduction, because just having thrombophilia, by itself, does not mean that someone will develop a venous thrombosis (blood clot).

Identifying all your risk factors and prioritizing which ones can be modified is the first step in treating thrombophilia.

Treating Venous Thrombosis

There are blood-thinning drugs that can be used to treat venous thrombosis, but these drugs may have severe side effects and are not recommended for most people for long-term prevention.

Aspirin is not recommended for people with thrombophilia, because the blood-thinning properties of aspirin are not effective in countering the effects of factor V Leiden and the prothrombin mutation.

Once a venous thrombosis occurs, speedy diagnosis and treatment is essential. Recognizing the symptoms of a DVT or PE and seeking immediate medical attention are critical.

Once a blood clot develops and is diagnosed, treatment varies, depending on the severity and circumstances of the blood clot. In most cases, physicians will prescribe a blood-thinning medication. The choice of medication, dosage, and length of treatment will vary for each patient and their individual circumstances.