Hemophilia Treatment: Medication and Lifestyle Changes
Hemophilia is a bleeding disorder, that is usually inherited, where the blood does not clot properly. People who have hemophilia have low levels of proteins, called clotting factors (factor VIII or factor IX) that help stop bleeding. This clotting...
Hemophilia is a bleeding disorder, that is usually inherited, where the blood does not clot properly. People who have hemophilia have low levels of proteins, called clotting factors (factor VIII or factor IX) that help stop bleeding. This clotting factor deficiency can lead to bleeding after injuries or surgery, and may even cause spontaneous bleeding. The severity of hemophilia is determined by the amount of clotting factor in the blood, with lower clotting factor usually causing more severe issues. In this article, we will take a look at the...