Blood

Find our everything you need to know about blood—circulation, cells, pressure, clots and more.

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How your blood type affects your disease risk
Your blood type may influence your chances of developing certain conditions. Here’s what you need to...

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Safety tips when living with ITP and low platelets
Reduce your risk of bleeding with these strategies.

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A glossary of terms to help understand ITP
Get a better understanding of immune thrombocytopenia with these terms.

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ITP: how to be prepared for an emergency
Learn when to contact your healthcare provider and when to seek emergency treatment.

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Why ITP causes bleeding and bruising symptoms
Learn what happens in your blood vessels when platelet counts are too low.

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What are the different types of hemophilia?
Learn about the similarities and difference between hemophilia A, B and C, as well as acquired hemop...

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Replacement therapy for hemophilia
This effective treatment option for hemophilia utilizes infusions of clotting factors.

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Balancing work, life, and hemophilia
Having hemophilia can feel like having a second job. Try these strategies for balancing work, life, ...

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Hemophilia and taking an active role in your healthcare
How to get what you need from yourself, from your treatment plan, and your healthcare team.

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5 essential facts about immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)
Learn the basics of this blood disorder that can cause a number of bleeding symptoms.