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Hemophilia is a sex-linked genetic disorder that affects the blood clotting ability of the affected individual. It is caused by mutations in those genes which are responsible for clotting factors. Now the question arises if women are the carriers of Hemophilia because the haemophilia gene is carried by the X chromosome and women have two X chromosomes. So, one X chromosome will be the carrier of the haemophilia gene and the other will stay normal while producing a clotting factor. In this way, the normal X chromosome compensates for the affected one. But in the case of men, they only have one X chromosome that carries the gene for haemophilia. And because they only had one X chromosome and no extra one to compensate like the extra X chromosome of women, they will suffer from haemophilia.

Dealing with Haemophilia requires Factor replacement therapy. During this procedure, the missing clotting factor which is Factor VIII for Hemophilia A and Factor IX for Hemophilia B is given to the suffering individual through an intravenous infusion. Apart from this, making a few changes in the lifestyle can also avoid problematic situations. One should engage in low-impact exercises like swimming and walking. Helmets, knee pads, and elbow pads should be worn to avoid any bleeding from falls. Extra cautiousness should be followed while shaving and brushing teeth to prevent any gum or skin injury.

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