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Do you feel you have enough information about how to live an active life with hemophilia?
	Yes. My hemophilia treatment centre has made sure I know how to get the most out of the activities I love (or my child loves) without letting hemophilia get in the way
	I know what to do to keep active, but there are still some contact sports that I wish I could find a way to include in my (or my child’s) life
	No. I often feel like hemophilia has taken over, keeping me (or my child) from so many fun activities
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Preventing Bleeds & Joint Damage

Preventing Joint Damage in Hemophilia

Significant joint damage used to be common in people with hemophilia. However, with advances in treatment, joint damage can now mostly be avoided. Many hemophilia treatment centres recommend the use of prophylaxis, and the administration of clotting Factor at regular intervals to ensure there is always a small amount of clotting Factor in their blood in case of injury.

There are four main components of preventing joint damage:

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Family Planning

Genetic counselling can help couples make informed choices when there is a possibility of having a child with hemophilia. To learn more about genetic testing go to Family Planning.

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Tip!

If you come across a word you're not familiar with, open our glossary of hemophilia terms.