Haemophilia in plain language

Types, inheritance, symptoms, and diagnosis for families — a publication-style overview for Nepal.

Types A and B

Low factor VIII or IX on a measured assay, with severity guiding treatment intensity.

Inheritance

X-linked pattern most common; new mutations without family history happen.

Symptoms

Joint and muscle bleeds, prolonged bleeding after procedures, heavy periods in women with mild haemophilia or carriers who bleed.

Diagnosis and next steps

Factor assay at a capable lab, referral to treatment centre, NHS registration, school plan, inhibitor monitoring when severe.

Use the dedicated read pages on each topic for more depth.

This page is general information from Nepal Hemophilia Society. It is not a diagnosis or a treatment plan. A bleed, a head injury, or bleeding after an accident needs urgent hospital care. Ask your treatment centre before you change any treatment.