What's My Blood Type | Blood Diseases & Disorders

Blood Diseases & Disorders
Thrombophilia is potentially dangerous blood clotting in veins or arteries. Several types of conditions have been identified which lead to dangerous clots. These conditions may be present at birth or may occur as a result of another condition.

Thalassemia is an inherited disorder that causes mild or severe anemia. The anemia is due to reduced hemoglobin and fewer red blood cells than normal. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to all parts of the body.

Hemophilia is a rare, inherited bleeding disorder in which your blood doesn't clot normally. If you have hemophilia, you may bleed for a longer time than others after an injury. You also may bleed internally, especially in your knees, ankles, and elbows. This bleeding can damage your organs or tissues and sometimes be fatal.