Working toward a cure for Glanzmann Thrombasthenia and providing hope and help for those living with GT today.

Glanzmann's Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting people and families affected by Glanzmann Thrombasthenia. We provide trusted information about GT symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, bleeding management, and ongoing research while connecting patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals with resources and community support.

Our mission is to improve life with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia today while supporting research toward better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.

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Faces of GT

Our Faces of GT section shares real stories from people and families living with Glanzmann Thrombasthenia (GT) worldwide. Explore their experiences with diagnosis, bleeding, treatment, daily life, and the challenges and successes that come with living with this rare bleeding disorder.

Two women standing in front of a sign that says forever sisters, one of whom has Glanzmann's thrombasthenia.

Faces of GT

Jyll

Hi, my name is Jyll, and I was born on March 24, 1973, in Toledo, Ohio. I was so glad to have found this website through Kaytee, one of my GT sisters because I’m not alone anymore! When I was bo, rn my umbilical cord would not stop bleeding. After three weeks, it was cauterized….

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…

Faces of GT

Sandra Fox

I am now 74 years old and living in Australia. This meant I had a long time, 64 years actually, till I was diagnosed with GT. Until then I was “just one of those women who bleed”. My periods lasted 10 days, yes, and even on the pill, they lasted 7 days. I was probably…