Hi, I have lived with APS for over 26 years now. In 83 I had clots go to both lungs. I was carry a baby at the time (6 months). The babies heart beat was 50 bpm and mine was 30. This was before Hughs syndrom, sticky blood or APS was even known. I have had clots to the lungs, miscarriage, and the latest was dvts. I had so many medical problems and when I had the dvts, over 9 years ago is when I was told that I had APS. I went to a thrombosis research doctor and that is how I found out. He told me that I have had this for most of my life. It is a hard disease to diagnose. I have found out that even within the last 9 years, there is still many medical personal that really knows nothing about it. I think also that people that has it and is not able to work that it would be easier to get disability. The SS disability personal does not understand it either. My doctor does not want me to work. I wish that I could help with getting the word out about this disease so that it would help others and myself. I love the APS Foundation of America. My Daughter did a research paper for one of her collage classes and received an A+. I love reading about others and knowing that I am not the only one going through this. Not only is it hard on the person with APS but also the families. I pray for all that goes through this.