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Non-gynaecological issues in women with bleeding disorders

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Oct 21, 2019

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Iron deficiency can result in anaemia, whereby the body does not produce enough red blood cells or haemoglobin. Anaemia is a global health problem, and due to their predisposition to bleeding, women with bleeding disorders are at risk© Shutterstock
Iron deficiency can result in anaemia, whereby the body does not produce enough red blood cells or haemoglobin. Anaemia is a global health problem, and due to their predisposition to bleeding, women with bleeding disorders are at risk© Shutterstock
In people with bleeding disorders, gum bleeding is often assumed to be related to the underlying disease – however, this is not necessarily the case. Promoting good oral hygiene in people with bleeding disorders is important in maintaining oral health, but is also relevant to their psychosocial wellbeing© Shutterstock
In people with bleeding disorders, gum bleeding is often assumed to be related to the underlying disease – however, this is not necessarily the case. Promoting good oral hygiene in people with bleeding disorders is important in maintaining oral health, but is also relevant to their psychosocial wellbeing© Shutterstock