Hemophilia is an inherited disease passed from parents to children through a genetic mechanism. The main causes of hemophilia are mutations in the genes responsible for the production of clotting factors. Men are more likely to suffer from hemophilia, while women may be carriers of the gene.

The disease is characterized by an increased tendency to bleed even with minor trauma. It can include internal inclusions in joints, muscles, and organs. Repeated bleeding in the joints can cause joint degeneration and degeneration, resulting in limited mobility.

Diagnosis at MDI Clinic

The physician interviews the patient or parents (if the patient is a child) about the symptoms and course of the disease. It is important to inquire about the presence of bleeding after trauma, surgery, or dental disease, as well as a family history of hemophilia.

Screening for antibodies against clotting factors can help determine whether the patient has had previous exposure to replacement therapy and has developed antibodies that interfere with effective replacement therapy.

Genetic tests play a crucial role in the diagnosis of hemophilia and can determine the exact cause of this genetic disorder. Hemophilia is a genetic disorder that is inherited from parents to children.

Genetic tests can identify specific mutations in the gene responsible for hemophilia. Hemophilia is usually caused by mutations in the F8 (hemophilia type A) or F9 (hemophilia type B) genes. Tests can determine the type of mutation and its position in the genome.