Bleeder's Disease Apr 2026
Also known as "Christmas Disease" (named after the first patient diagnosed with it), caused by a lack of Factor IX .
The most common type, caused by a lack of Factor VIII . bleeder's disease
Since males have only one X chromosome (XY), a single faulty gene causes the disease. Also known as "Christmas Disease" (named after the
Regular infusions of replacement clotting factors allow patients to lead near-normal lives. bleeder's disease
