Bleeder's Disease [ Windows ]

The most common type, caused by a lack of Factor VIII .

Severity is classified by how much "factor" is present in the blood. Those with hemophilia may experience "spontaneous bleeds"—bleeding that happens for no clear reason, often into the knees, elbows, or ankles. Modern Management bleeder's disease

Since females have two X chromosomes (XX), a healthy gene on one can usually compensate for a faulty one on the other. The Royal Connection The most common type, caused by a lack of Factor VIII

Regular infusions of replacement clotting factors allow patients to lead near-normal lives. Modern Management Since females have two X chromosomes

While it remains a lifelong challenge, hemophilia is no longer the death sentence it was in the Victorian era; it is now a manageable chronic condition.

Since males have only one X chromosome (XY), a single faulty gene causes the disease.