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Dr. Kathleen F. Ludwig, MD is a medical oncologist in Plano, TX specializing in medical oncology, pediatric hematology, general pediatrics and general practice. She graduated from Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch Sch of Med in 2009 and has 17 years of experience. Dr. Kathleen F. Ludwig, MD is affiliated with Children's Health, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Children's Health Specialty Center Plano and Children's Medical Center Plano.
Hemophilia
Hemophilia is a bleeding disorder in which blood cannot clot normally. After an injury, people who have hemophilia bleed longer because they lack certain blood proteins that are responsible for clotting, called clotting factors. Some hemophiliacs are mildly deficient in this protein, so they bleed only when injured or after surgery. Those who are severely deficient, however, may experience symptoms of spontaneous bleeding, including the following:
Most people with hemophilia have a family history of the disorder, though about 30% do not. The most common forms are hemophilia A (classic hemophilia) and hemophilia B (Christmas disease). Hemophilia A and B share certain characteristics, but different genes are involved. Acquired hemophilia is very rare and has been linked to autoimmune conditions, cancer, and multiple sclerosis.
Hemophilia may be diagnosed using a blood test. If there is family history of the disorder, testing may be done prenatally. Treatment involves regular intravenous replacement of clotting factors, which may be produced in a laboratory (recombinant) or come from blood donors. For people with milder forms of the disease, a hormone called desmopressin may stimulate the body to produce clotting factors. Other drug therapies include medications that help slow the breakdown of blood clots and medications that are applied directly to the wound to promote clotting.
Living with hemophilia can be challenging, but simple things may help prevent excessive bleeding. For example, choosing activities like walking or swimming over contact sports can prevent injuries and strengthen muscles while protecting the joints. Chances for bleeding may also be reduced by making sure that children wear helmets and elbow pads during activities like bicycle rides.
Dr. Kathleen F. Ludwig, MD graduated from Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch Sch of Med in 2009. She completed residency at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch Sch of Med (2009)
Residency: UT Southwestern Medical Center (2012)
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics/Hematology-Oncology
Licensed In: Texas
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Dr. Kathleen F. Ludwig, MD has received 4 research payments totaling $85,430.
Dr. Kathleen Ludwig specializes in general practice, medical oncology, and pediatric hematology/oncology and practices in Dallas, TX and Plano, TX. Areas of expertise for Dr. Ludwig include hepatoblastoma, hemangioma, and glioblastoma. She is affiliated with Children's Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center. Her practice in Plano, TX is open to new patients as reported by Yext. She is a graduate of Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine. She trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas for residency. Dr. Ludwig has received the following distinctions: D Magazine Best Pediatric Specialist; D Magazine Best Doctor; and Texas Rising Stars. In addition to English, she speaks Spanish.
