2024-04-18 23:39:12
The date of 17th April in the calendar is dedicated to ‘World Haemophilia Day’. Every year on this day people around the world are made aware about hemophilia and other hereditary bleeding disorders. The theme of this year’s World Haemophilia Day is ‘Equitable access for all: recognizing all bleeding disorders’. What is hemophilia, what are its symptoms, and how can it be prevented? Let us know the answers to all such questions one by one.
What is hemophilia?
If we understand in simple words, hemophilia is a genetic disease which mainly affects our blood. The blood of a person suffering from this disease is not able to form active clots. As a result, in case of injury, the blood flow does not stop and many times the patient loses his life. 1 in 10,000 people worldwide is affected by it.
Hemophilia in India
Very few people are affected by it in India but still its danger cannot be ignored. According to a report by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
It is estimated that there are 80,000–100,000 cases of severe hemophilia in India. However, the total number of cases registered with Hemophilia Federation India (HFI) is just 19,000.
This disease is genetic
World Haemophilia Day: This disease is genetic, awareness is important
Symptoms of Hemophilia
Continuous bleeding after normal injuries and deep injuries, blood seen in stool/urine, pain in joints, stiffness, bleeding from nose without any reason, formation of lump on shoulder or knee, severe headache for a long time. , and feeling extremely tired are some of the major symptoms of hemophilia, which should not be ignored. These can be fatal.
hemophilia treatment
According to experts, if the symptoms of hemophilia are identified early, treatment is possible. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in addition to medications, hemophilia can be treated by replacing the missing blood clotting factor.
healthy diet helpful
Hemophilia patients are advised to include some special things in their diet, which can help in controlling bleeding and promoting blood clotting. Hemophilia patients must eat foods rich in iron, protein, calcium and vitamins.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.