Question 1

What is hemophilia?

Accepted Answer

genetic disorder

Question 2

Symptoms of hematomas

Accepted Answer

bruising, pain, swelling, redness, headaches

Question 3

Types of hemophilia

Accepted Answer

A, B, and C

Question 4

Is gene therapy a cure for hemophilia

Accepted Answer

No, although it gives patients with hemophilia promises for a improved quality of life

Question 5

How do people "get" hemophilia

Accepted Answer

It is inherited

Question 6

How is hemophilia diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Through a blood test to measure the factor VIII or factor IX levels that circulate in the blood

Question 7

How to stop bleeding when it occurs?

Accepted Answer

Use of x-factor medications to promote blood clotting

Question 8

What is the difference between mild, moderate, and severe?

Accepted Answer

The severity is dependent on the person's factor level

Question 9

What is the factor level of a patient with mild hemophilia?

Accepted Answer

Greater than 5% but less than 50%

Question 10

What is the factor level of a patient with moderate hemophilia?

Accepted Answer

Between 1% - 5%

Question 11

What is the factor level of a patient with severe hemophilia?

Accepted Answer

Less than 1%

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