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Living with HHT: Understanding and Managing Your Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)

Book Shelter

Published
April 18, 2026
Duration
24:47
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Last updated
Jun 7, 2026

Discusses society, culture.

Summary

A vital guide for individuals and families affected by HHT. It meticulously details the nature of HHT, explaining its hereditary (genetic) basis, its manifestation through hemorrhagic (bleeding) issues, and the telangiectasias (abnormal blood vessels) that define the condition. The text covers diagnosis, treatment options for various complications (includ…

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A vital guide for individuals and families affected by HHT. It meticulously details the nature of HHT, explaining its hereditary (genetic) basis, its manifestation through hemorrhagic (bleeding) issues, and the telangiectasias (abnormal blood vessels) that define the condition. The text covers diagnosis, treatment options for various complications (including nosebleeds, GI bleeding, and AVMs in the lungs, brain, and liver), and the emotional and social impacts of living with a chronic illness. F

Themes

  • society
  • culture