Many women with hemophilia-related mutations lack access to medical care
WHY IT MATTERS
Women with hemophilia mutations may experience bleeding problems and need specialized care, but without diagnosis and medical attention, they won't know to seek treatment or get proper support for their health.
A new study found that many women who carry hemophilia gene mutations are not getting proper medical care, even though they live in countries with good healthcare systems. These women often don't know they carry the mutation and aren't included in official patient lists. The main problem is that they can't easily access genetic testing to find out if they have the mutation.
Many women carrying hemophilia-related mutations are not receiving the medical attention they need, according to a large-scale multinational study. Despite being treated in established healthcare systems, these women, often referred to as hemophilia carriers, frequently remain undiagnosed and excluded from official patient registries. Researchers found that a lack of access to genetic testing and insufficient […] The post Many women with hemophilia-related mutations lack access to medical
ASK YOUR DOCTOR
If you have a family history of hemophilia or unexplained bleeding problems, ask your doctor about genetic testing and whether you should be evaluated for hemophilia carrier status.