How to protect against Hemophilia?
Friday, June 8, 2012
9:44 PM
PREVENTIVE MEASURES~
because prevention is always better than cure!
1) GENE TESTING
As hemophilia originates from genetic inheritance, prevention can only be done by gene testing which can only allow early detection of it and counseling before having a baby for people with hemophilia.
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2) CONTRADICATIONS
(condition or factor that serves as a reason to withhold a certain medical treatment)
- AVOID ANTICOAGULANT DRUGS
For those who have hemophilia should avoid drugs that promote bleeding such as aspirin and other drugs that contain anticoagulant properties.
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- AVOID HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES
such as skating, biking and sports with possible high risk contact and injuries. This is to prevent any possible injuries that may cause huge blood loss and risk the life of the hemophiliac.
3) PREVENTIVE EXERCISES
Hemophiliacs should constantly do exercise at joints (knees, elbows etc) to strengthen the areas muscles to prevent from constant bleeding. This should be done on a daily basis. A physiotherapist should also guide the hemophilic patient on the routines of exercises and to aid on doing the exercises. 
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