• Diagnosing Hemophilia
  • Choose a Patient
    • Bryson
    • Nolan
• Bleeding Episodes
  • Sites of Bleeding – Overview
  • Assessment of Bleeding Episodes
  • Management of Bleeding Episodes
  • Primary Prophylaxis
  • Secondary Prophylaxis
  • Treatment
  • Standard Infection Practices
• Complications
  • Joint Disease
  • Prevention of Chronic Joint Disease
  • Inhibitors
  • Infectious Complications
    • Hepatitis
    • HIV
  • Infection Control
• Psychosocial Implications
  • Parents Response
  • Adolescent Issues
  • Adult Issues

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Introduction to Hemophilia Care

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So, how do we prevent chronic joint disease? While no method of treatment is currently available to eliminate it completely, steps can be taken to assess and help reduce the risk.

Recommend primary prophylaxis

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Treat at first sign of hemorrhage

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Encourage a healthy  weight

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Conduct physical assessments

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