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Hemophilia

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Hemophilia is a disease that prevents the blood from clotting properly. It is hereditary and occurs in one in 10,000 births. It affects males, with women being asymptomatic carriers. There are three types: A, B and C and they have different degrees of severity. The most severe cases manifest as abnormal bleeding, which can be spontaneous. For example, bleeding into the joints, skin, muscles and nosebleeds, etc. from childhood. Diagnosis is clinical and based on the family history, and is confirmed with blood tests. Genetic tests should be performed on the family. It is important to prevent bleeding. Treatment consists of replacing the missing clotting factor.

Bibliographic references
  1. W Keith Hoots, MD. Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of hemophilia. UpToDate, Noviembre, 2014.
  2. W Keith Hoots, MD. Treatment of haemophilia. UpToDate, Junio, 2016.
  3. Federación Mundial de la hemofilia. FMH. Guías para el tratamiento de la hemofilia. Ed 2.
  4. J. C. Reverter. Enfermedades de la hemostasia. Farreras Rozman. Medicina Interna, ed 18. Capítulo 210
  5. Valder R. trastornos de la coagulación. Harrison. Principios de Medicina Interna, 19e. Capítulo 141.
Author
Dr. Patricia Sánchez
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Symptoms

    Superficial bruising on the skin

    Gum bleeding

    Vomit blood

    Coughing up blood

    Black stools

Symptoms to watch out for

Sudden bruising all over the body
Joint pain or swelling
Accompanied by a blow to the head
Bleeding that won't stop

Self-care

Do not take pain relievers without medical advice.
Wear a medical identification bracelet with the name of the disease written on it.
Avoid activities that may cause bruises such as rugby, football, wrestling, field hockey, handball, etc.
Get regular physical activity at least 3 times a week that is appropriate for your age and physical condition.
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