Hemophilia

Hemophilia

• People who have hemophilia typically have “prolonged bleeding or oozing following an injury, surgery, or having a tooth pulled. In severe cases, heavy bleeding occurs after minor trauma or even in the absence of injury” (“Hemophilia” 1). Hemophilia is an inherited disease that is related to the X chromosome. 
• Hemophilia is caused by changes in the F8 gene and F9 gene. This gene contains the instructions to make the protein that is responsible for coagulation of blood. Coagulation of blood helps create blood clots which normally help to prevent further blood loss.
• Hemophilia has no cure but can be managed through medications that help to promote blood clotting.
•  Hemophilia is more common in males than in females.