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Post 7: Symptoms of hemophilia

Most of the symptoms related to hemophilia deal with bleeding and/or bruising. Here are some specific scenarios: Bruising easily Spontaneous nosebleeds Blood in pee Bleeding into muscle after getting a shot Internal bleeding Heavy bleeding during a boy’s circumcision Prolonged … Continue reading

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Post 2: How does one inherit hemophilia?

Hemophilia is an x-linked disease. Although both genders can acquire the disorder, it is more common for males to show the symptoms. This is because of the chromosomal make-up of humans. Males are XY, females are XX. Hemophilia afflicts the … Continue reading

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