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Haemophilia

Overview

There are different types of hemophilia:

  • Hemophilia A: This is the most common type, caused by a deficiency in clotting factor VIII.
  • Hemophilia B: Also known as Christmas disease, it is caused by a deficiency in clotting factor IX.
  • Haemophilia C: Results from low levels of factor XI.

    • Causes

  • Genetic Mutation in the F8 or F9 Gene
  • X-Linked Recessive Inheritance Pattern
  • Deficiency of Clotting Factor VIII (Hemophilia A)
  • Deficiency of Clotting Factor IX (Hemophilia B)
  • Spontaneous Genetic Mutations in Non-Familial Cases
  • Impaired Blood Clotting Cascade
  • Carriers and Risk of Passing the Mutation
  • Severity of Disease Based on Mutation Type

    • Symptoms

  • Prolonged bleeding
  • Easy bruising
  • Joint pain and swelling
  • Muscle bleeding
  • Excessive bleeding from cuts or wounds
  • Blood in urine or stool
  • Nosebleeds

    • Treatment: Modern Medicine

  • Replacement Therapy
  • Prophylactic Treatment
  • On-Demand Treatment
  • Gene Therapy
  • Hemostatic Agents
  • Physical Therapy

    • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

  • Herbal remedies
  • Yoga and tai chi
  • Acupuncture and acupressure.

    • Caution

  • Avoid activities that could cause injury
  • Talk to your doctor about medications
  • Be aware of the signs and symptoms of bleeding.
  • Easy bruising
  • Excessive bleeding from cuts or scrapes
  • Joint pain and swelling
  • Blood in the stool or urine.

    • Prevention

  •       Get regular exercise
  •       Maintain a healthy weight
  •      Get vaccinated
  •        Join a support group

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