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Haemophilia diagnosis

WEBHaemophilia is usually diagnosed through: The physical signs that a person has unusual bleeding problems . And. Checking the family history for bleeding problems. And. …

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Haemophilia treatment

WEBGene therapy for haemophilia aims to provide the body with a functioning version of the factor VIII or factor IX gene so that the body can produce enough clotting factor for the …

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Measuring joint health in haemophilia

WEBThe Haemophilia Joint Health Score (HJHS) is a validated, standardized joint assessment tool incorporated into the ABDR to monitor joint health status. AHCDO’s study is …

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Living well with haemophilia

WEBHealth and wellbeing are important to keep in mind. This can mean taking the opportunity to enjoy what life has to offer, maintaining a healthy lifestyle and good relationships and …

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Haemophilia management

WEBStop the activity, minimise weight on the affected joint or muscle. R Rest – rest the affected joint or muscle. I Ice – to reduce pain and swelling apply a cold pack (eg, an ice pack or …

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Haemophilia severity

WEBSevere haemophilia Less than 1% of normal clotting factor level. Likely to bruise easily and have prolonged bleeding after minor cuts. Often have bleeds into joints, muscles and …

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Newly diagnosed with haemophilia

WEBImportant Note: This information was developed by Haemophilia Foundation Australia for education and information purposes only and does not replace advice from a treating …

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About haemophilia

WEBImportant Note: This information was developed by Haemophilia Foundation Australia for education and information purposes only and does not replace advice from …

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Haemophilia symptoms

WEBHeavy and/or long menstrual periods. This can lead to low iron levels or anaemia (low red blood cells or low haemoglobin) and they can feel tired, faint and short of breath. Some …

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Haemophilia and carrying the gene

WEBImportant Note: This information was developed by Haemophilia Foundation Australia for education and information purposes only and does not replace advice from a treating …

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Hep C treatments

WEBHighly successful hepatitis C treatments are available on the PBS. These new treatments work across all genotypes. There are now 3 standard treatment options: …

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March 2024 National Haemophilia now available

WEBMental health. Starting the new year can be a time of reflection. Nicoletta Crollini, Haemophilia Social Worker, reminds us that the bleeding disorder community is not …

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Haematuria: blood in the urine

WEBBlood in the urine is a fairly common problem in the general population. Up to 16% of young adults experience it and around 21% of men over 50 will experience it at some time. It is …

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Social support and social connectedness

WEBThere is plenty of research outlining the many physical and mental health issues impacted by social isolation. Fortunately, the importance of maintaining social connectedness to …

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Factor II deficiency

WEBFactor II (2) or prothrombin deficiency is a hereditary bleeding disorder caused when a person’s body does not produce as much of a protein in the blood (factor …

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Combined Factor V and Factor VIII Deficiency

WEBCombined factor V (5) and factor VIII (8) deficiency is a very rare inherited bleeding disorder. It is completely separate from factor V deficiency and factor VIII …

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Nursing Management of Haemophilia and von Willebrand …

WEBWhole bottles of factor should be administered and doses should be rounded up. Replacement therapy is given as a slow push intravenously as per package insert. It is …

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