Part II of IIDear Alex P,Addition of comments by moi: In those years, many illnesses were life threatning. Remember, there was no cure even then for pneumonia, or various other health issues, and certainly little was known about Aplastic Anemia, or Hemophelia. For many just the name spelled doom, and death. Hopefully, with the advancement of medicine, and physicians specific and experts in the field, a human heart has much mor chances of living a healthy life. But, again, there was nobody then, or now who can wish away or magically cure these illnesses, unless they are medical physicians!

All The Best, i remain again, just moi, the little old mushroom.

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Part IIResearch on HemophiliaAlthough treatment for hemophilia has become safer, therapeutic products are still not risk free. The ultimate goal is to offer a cure for the disease. Hemophilia is known to be caused by defects in the genes for factor VIII and factor IX. The challenge is to transfer normal genes into a patient so that they will produce the normal clotting protein. A small amount of active factor produced by the patient's own body will correct the disease. Although much remains to be studied before such treatment can be offered to patients, there have been a number of studies done in animals such as mice and dogs in which a factor VIII or IX gene has been inserted and has produced the proper blood product for periods that exceed one year. Major issues that remain to be resolved include the low level of production of the clotting factor, reduction of immune reactions that stop the production after a period, and development of ways to insert the gene directly into the body without manipulating cells outside the body. Until recently, dogs with naturally occurring hemophilia were used for testing of gene therapy techniques; however, the number of such animals is very limited.
Recently, a mouse model of hemophilia produced through genetic technology was announced. The availability of this small animal will accelerate the development of technologies for ultimate use in humans.
Hemophilia Pictures - No pictures of hemophilia are currently available.
Keeping on Top of Your Condition Keeping in tune with your disease or condition not only makes treatment less intimidating but also increases its chance of success, and has been shown to lower a patients risk of complications. As well, as an informed patient, you are better able to discuss your condition and treatment options with your physician.
More Information on Hemophilia - Information about hemophilia is available from these organizations:
Hemophilia Federation of America102B Westmark Boulevard
Lafayette, Louisiana 70506
Phone: 337-991-0067, 1-800-230-9797
Fax: 337-991-0087
Internet:
http://www.hemophiliafed.org/The World Federation of Hemophilia 1425 ReneLevesque Blvd. W. Suite 1010
Montreal, Quebec H3G 1T7 Canada
Phone: (514) 875-7944
Fax: (514) 875-8916
Internet:
http://www.wfh.org/
National Hemophilia Foundation116 West 32nd Street, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 328-3700
Fax: (212) 328-3777
Internet:
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[Aplastic Anemia From The Website : http://www.aplastic-anemia.org/][/b]
Aplastic Anemia-This website was created as a resource to provide aplastic anemia patients and their families with up-to-date information. Specifically, we have the latest information on aplastic anemia (II), its symptoms (III), causes (VI), diagnosis (IV), and treatment (V). We have also collected important information on coping (VIII) with the personal and financial effects of aplastic anemia, which may be difficult to deal with without the proper preparation.
Anemia occurs when blood is low in red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen from your lungs to all parts of your body. Without enough red blood cells, your body can't get all of the oxygen it needs and you feel fatigued.
In aplastic anemia, the bone marrow stops producing enough new blood cells. This means that you have not only a deficit of red blood cells but also a shortage of white blood cells to fight germs and platelets to help blood clot. You're at higher risk of infections and uncontrolled bleeding.
Aplastic anemia can come on suddenly. The illness may be brief or it may linger chronically. The disease has different symptoms depending on which types of blood cells are deficient. Without treatment, it may progress and become fatal. Therefore, it is very important to seek medical treatment as soon as possible. The Treatment Options section describes the different types of treatments available and has clinical trial information. In our Medical Financial Aid and Assistance section, we discuss how patients and their families may be helped with medical bills and financial concerns.
Because some cases of aplastic anemia are linked to benzene exposure, see our At Risk Jobs section to find out if you or a loved one has worked in a job associated with benzene poisoning.
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