Items tagged 'FAQs'

What is the pre-pregnancy planning for factor XI (11) deficiency?

3 June 2024

If you have a bleeding disorder, pre-planning before pregnancy is important. A first step would be to make an appointment…

I have read on the internet that my only option to control my bleeding issues is a hysterectomy.

3 June 2024

Family Planning and Pregnancy, FAQs, Girls, Women & girls
bleeding, endometriosis, heavy period, hysterectomy, pads, period, Q&A

I don’t want to do that, because I might want children one day. What are my other options? Who can…

I have a bleeding disorder and I’m really scared by the amount of blood I lose in my period.

3 June 2024

FAQs, Girls, Women & girls
clots, girls bleeding, gynaecology, heavy period, hormones, pads, period, Q&A, tampons

Last time I went through 6 super tampons and pads in a day and I felt like I was going…

Is sport good for teenagers with haemophilia?

3 June 2024

Boys, FAQs, Sport & exercise, Sports
Q&A, sports, teenagers

“Yes!…. BUT … ” – there’s the typical answer from your parents or your Haemophilia Treatment Centre (HTC) team. So…

What are the risks with sport for teenagers with haemophilia?

3 June 2024

Boys, FAQs, Sport & exercise, Sports
AFL, Q&A, risks, rugby, sports

Growth spurts are a particularly risky time for teenagers. Common ages for growth spurts are around 13-14 years for girls…

What are the risks involved with playing rougher sports?

3 June 2024

Boys, FAQs, Sport & exercise, Sports
AFL, Q&A, risks, rugby, sports

I am considering a rougher sport like rugby or Australian Rules, despite the risks. What do I need to know…

Gene therapy FAQs

4 November 2019

Gene therapy

Is gene therapy a cure for haemophilia? In many cases successful gene therapy means that a person with severe haemophilia…

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