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Bleeding disorders, in plain words

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Hemophilia affects proteins that help blood clot. Von Willebrand disease and other bleeding disorders are different conditions with their own testing and care. Ask your team to explain your child’s exact diagnosis, what the test results mean and which words matter for your family. A label is a starting point for a conversation, not a prediction of your child’s future.

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