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Faces of GT
Our Faces of GT section showcases the stories of individuals living with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia, offering a glimpse into their lives and experiences. We believe that sharing these stories can help foster understanding and empathy for those affected by GT.
Faces of GT
Dezirya
Dezirya Merritt was born in Sept 2000 on her expected due date, and I was so happy I had finally gotten a girl. I had three boys prior. Well, the doctor noticed she was jaundiced and ordered the unique lamp for her, and like usual, we were discharged and on our way home. We were…
Faces of GT
Sherry Crutchfield
Hi, my name is Sherry Crutchfield, my husband and I live in Fernandina Beach, FL. I aa 54 years old with GT. I have never known anyone but me with this disorder until I found this current site of Helen Smith’s. I am from the small town of Roysto, Ga. I was diagnosed at six…
Faces of GT
Pauline Gauthier
Diagnosed with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia at Six Months Old My name is Pauline, and I was born in France in 1993, where I still live today. At six months old, I was diagnosed with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia (GT)—a rare platelet disorder that prevents blood from clotting properly. As a child, I faced many challenges due to frequent…
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In the News
Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai Achieves Landmark Success in Robotic Hysterectomy for Patient with Rare, Life-Threatening Bleeding Disorder
NAVI MUMBAI, 5 MARCH 2026 (SACHIN MURDESHWAR 8108510506): For years, every menstrual cycle for 37-year-old Ms. Neelam meant a medical emergency. Due to a rare and life-threatening bleeding disorder, she required blood transfusions almost every month just to manage the severe blood loss caused by her periods. Doctors at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai have now…
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Staying Safe on the Trail: The Road Less Traveled
By Elizabeth G. Harvey Can you embrace outdoor adventures with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia (GT) or a bleeding disorder? I used to think the answer was a resounding NO! Live safely. Avoid potential harm at all costs. But doesn’t your soul crave overcoming challenges and being thrilled? For those of us living with a platelet disorder, even…
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