Treatments
How does replacement therapy work?
clotting factors are injected into the vein
Name at least 2 signs or symptoms.
large or deep bruising, unexplained bleeding, excessive bleeding and blood loss, pain or swelling in joints
What is hemophilia?
genetic disorder where the blood doesn't clot enough
What does desmopressin do?
stimulates the release of stored factor VIII
Why can minor internal bleeding lead to a significant amount of blood loss?
people go unchecked
Who is more likely to have hemophilia?
men
In replacement therapy, where do the clotting factors come from?
derived from donated blood or produced synthetically
What can swelling in the joints lead to?
chronic pain or arthritis
What are the 2 common clotting factors that people with hemophilia lack?
Factor VIII (8) and Factor IX (9)