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Haemophilia or hemophilia is the name of any of several hereditary genetic illnesses that impair the body's ability to control bleeding. Genetic deficiencies (or, very rarely, an autoimmune disorder) cause lowered plasma clotting factor activity so as to compromise blood-clotting; when a blood vessel is injured, a scab will not form and the vessel can continue to bleed excessively for a very long period of time. The bleeding can be external, if the skin is broken by a scrape, cut or abrasio ...
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Complications
... Complications may occur from the disease or from the treatment for the disease: Deep internal bleeding. Hemophilia may cause deep-muscle bleeding. Swelling of a limb may press on nerves and lead to nu...
Source: MayoClinic
Treatment ... While there''s no cure for hemophilia, most people with the disease can lead fairly normal lives. Treatment of hemophilia varies depending on the severity of your condition: Mild hemophilia A. Treatme...
Source: MayoClinic
Self-care ... These steps may help you avoid excessive bleeding and protect your joints: Exercise regularly. Activities such as swimming, bicycle riding and walking can build up your muscles while protecting your j...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- Bleeding Disorders (National Women's Health Information Center)
- Bleeding Disorders: Financial and Insurance Issues (National Hemophilia Foundation)
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