GET TO KNOW BLEEDING DISORDERS

Bleeding disorders often develop when the blood can’t clot properly. For blood to clot, your body needs blood proteins called clotting factors and blood cells called platelets. Normally, platelets clump together to form a plug at the site of a damaged or injured blood vessel. The clotting factors then come together to form a fibrin clot. This keeps the platelets in place and prevents blood from flowing out of the blood vessel.

In people with bleeding disorders, however, the clotting factors or platelets don’t work the way they should or are in short supply. When the blood doesn’t clot, excessive or prolonged bleeding can occur. It can also lead to spontaneous or sudden bleeding in your muscles, joints, or other parts of your body.

The majority of bleeding disorders are inherited, which means they’re passed from a parent to their child. However, some disorders may develop as a result of other medical conditions, such as liver disease.

Bleeding disorders may also be caused by:

• a low red blood cell count
• a vitamin K deficiency
• side effects from certain medications

Medications that can interfere with the clotting of the blood are called anticoagulants.

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Types of Bleeding Disorders

Bleeding disorders can be inherited or acquired. Inherited disorders are passed down through genetics. Acquired disorders can develop or spontaneously occur later in life. Some bleeding disorders can result in severe bleeding following an accident or injury. In other disorders, heavy bleeding can happen suddenly and for no reason.

There are numerous different bleeding disorders, but the following are the most common ones:

• Hemophilia A and B are conditions that occur when there are low levels of clotting factors in your blood. It causes heavy or unusual bleeding into the joints. Though hemophilia is rare, it can have life-threatening complications.
• Factor II, V, VII, X, or XII deficiencies are bleeding disorders related to blood clotting problems or abnormal bleeding problems.
• von Willebrand's disease is the most common inherited bleeding disorder. It develops when the blood lacks von Willebrand factor, which helps the blood to clot.

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What Are the Symptoms of a Bleeding Disorder?

The symptoms can vary depending on the specific type of bleeding disorder. However, the main signs include:

• unexplained and easy bruising
• heavy menstrual bleeding
• frequent nosebleeds
• excessive bleeding from small cuts or an injury
• bleeding into joints

Schedule an appointment with your doctor right away if you have one or more of these symptoms. Your doctor can diagnose your condition and help to prevent complications associated with certain blood disorders.

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How Is a Bleeding Disorder Diagnosed?

To diagnose a bleeding disorder, your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and medical history. They will also perform a physical examination. During your appointment, make sure to mention:

• any medical conditions you currently have
• any medications or supplements you may be taking
• any recent falls or trauma
• how often you experience the bleeding
• how long the bleeding lasts
• what you were doing before the bleeding began

After gathering this information, your doctor will run blood tests to make a proper diagnosis. These tests may include:

• a complete blood count (CBC), which measures the amount of red and white blood cells in your body
• a platelet aggregation test, which checks how well your platelets clump together
• a bleeding time, which determines how quickly your blood clots to prevent bleeding

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How Are Bleeding Disorders Treated?

Treatment options vary depending on the type of bleeding disorder and its severity. Though treatments can’t cure bleeding disorders, they can help relieve the symptoms associated with certain disorders.

Iron Supplementation

Your doctor may prescribe iron supplements to replenish the amount of iron in your body if you have significant blood loss. A low iron level can result in iron deficiency anemia. This condition can make you feel weak, tired, and dizzy. You may need a blood transfusion if symptoms don’t improve with iron supplementation.

Blood Transfusion

A blood transfusion replaces any lost blood with blood taken from a donor. The donor blood has to match your blood type to prevent complications. This procedure can only be done in the hospital.

Other Treatments

Some bleeding disorders may be treated with topical products or nasal sprays. Other disorders, including hemophilia, can be treated with factor replacement therapy. This involves injecting clotting factor concentrates into your bloodstream. These injections can prevent or control excessive bleeding.

You can also get fresh frozen plasma transfusions if you lack certain clotting factors. Fresh frozen plasma contains factors V and VIII, which are two important proteins that help with blood clotting. These transfusions must be done in a hospital.

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What Are the Possible Complications of Bleeding Disorders?

Most complications associated with bleeding disorders can be prevented or controlled with treatment. However, it’s important to get treatment as soon as possible. Complications often occur when bleeding disorders are treated too late.

Common complications of bleeding disorders include:

• bleeding in the intestines
• bleeding into the brain
• bleeding into the joints
• joint pain

Complications can also arise if the disorder is severe or causes excessive blood loss. Bleeding disorders can be particularly dangerous for women, especially if they’re not treated quickly. Untreated bleeding disorders increase the risk of excessive bleeding during childbirth, a miscarriage, or an abortion. Women with bleeding disorders may also experience very heavy menstrual bleeding. This can lead to anemia, a condition that occurs when your body doesn’t produce enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to your tissues. Anemia can cause weakness, shortness of breath, and dizziness.

It’s important to call your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of a bleeding disorder. Getting prompt treatment will help prevent any potential complications. 

COMMON INFECTIOUS DISEASES WORLDWIDE

Sources: The Centers for Disease Control (CDC); The World Health Organization (WHO).

The following is a list of the most common infectious diseases throughout the world today. Accurate caseload numbers are difficult to determine, especially because so many of these diseases are endemic to developing countries, where many people do not have access to modern medical care. Approximately half of all deaths caused by infectious diseases each year can be attributed to just three diseases: tuberculosis, malaria, and AIDS. Together, these diseases cause over 300 million illnesses and more than 5 million deaths each year.

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THE STORY OF CHOLERA

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7 PRINCIPLES FOR GOOD HEALTH

Everyone of us wants to stay healthy by being free from diseases and infections.Diseases accounts much for the dealth of many people,but still most of us don't know how they can develop good and their body health.,here are the seven principles which have been proved by health proffessionals to work when followed..

Principle 1: Get a lot of fresh AIR

The air we breathe plays an essential part in our health and functioning.
Long-term exposure to toxic or polluted air can compromise the health and functioning of the cells and organs of our body leading to increase susceptibility to infections and various forms of disease.
Some long-term effects of polluted air include: Lung cancer, heart disease, chronic respiratory disease, and even damage to parts of the brain, nerves, liver, or kidneys, etc.

Principle 2: Drink ample amounts of WATER

We cannot think of water without thinking of life itself. Water carries elements of life and has the ability to transmit and maintain them. Our body is made up of about 75% water, and about 3/4 of our planet’s surface is covered with water with a vast amount of life forms. Every single cell is made up of water including the cells in our own body.

Water is critical for the life and functioning of cells, tissues, and organs in our body. Consequently, thought processes, movements, nerve function, blood circulation, digestion, elimination of waste, etc., depend on water for their normal and effective functioning.

Principle 3: Get adequate amounts of SUNLIGHT

The Sun provides the basis for all life on earth. It is the source of energy for all life form including plants, animals and humans. The body manufactures vitamin D after being exposed to sunlight. 

Vitamin D is critical for the body because it helps the body absorb calcium and also helps it keep the right amount of calcium and phosphorus in the blood. Without sufficient amount of vitamin D, bones can become thin, brittle, or even misshapen.

Principle 4: Eat foods that have strong NUTRITIOUS values

We are literally what we eat. What we eat plays a significant role in the functioning of our body, health, and well-being. What you decide to eat and how you decide to prepare it will impact your health in more ways that we give thought to. Several food groups have been promoted by the US Department of Health which provides the public with some general diet and nutritional guidelines on how to eat sensible.

The Bible is also a great source to consider when considering the kind of diet that is useful for our body. Eating food with little or no nutritious value can, over time, lower the effectiveness of the body’s defense system and compromise your physical and mental health. 

Principle 5: Get an adequate amount of SLEEP

More and more studies are suggesting that sleep plays a critical role in people’s physical as well as their mental health and functioning. Lack of sleep can compromise immune system effectiveness, which can lead to various forms of health problems. Some experts believe that lack of sleep can make the body become resistant to insulin, a hormone which helps carry glucose from bloodstream to cells. Other problems resulting from lack of sleep includes lack of mental clarity, memory problems, moody disposition, and higher stress level.

Principle 6: Get regular EXERCISE

Regular exercise has a host of health benefits. For example, when fat gets into the muscles of the heart it can interfere with electrical impulses necessary for the proper functioning of the heart. Regular aerobic exercise can make your heart stronger and work more efficiently by reducing the amount of fat that can build up.

Some other benefits include, reduced risk of developing diabetes, control of type II diabetes, reduce risk for high blood pressure, reduce level of current high blood pressure, control weight gain, build healthy and strong bones, muscles and joints, improve blood flow throughout the body, improves the body’s capacity to use calories, and reduces both mental and physical stress.


Principle 7:Have regular CHECKUPS
Regular body checkups are very importance in analysis the body condition.Many people have habit of visiting health centres and hospitals only when they are serious sick but this has complications because diseases and other body complications needs early diagnosis for proper treatment.