Care and re-hab after a bleed

How often you suffer from a bleed will depend on how severe your haemophilia is. Bleeds can either occur in your muscles or in your joints.

Joint bleed

85% of bleeds in haemophilia are joint bleeds. The most frequent sites of bleeding are the knees, elbows and ankles. With the aid of physiotherapy and supervised exercise, the joint should be able to recover its range of motion, muscle strength and normal appearance.

Early symptoms of a joint bleed include:

  • Pain in the joint
  • Tingling in the joint
  • Difficulty using a joint
  • Warmth in the joint area

NB: Usually there is no visible bruising or skin discolouration with a joint bleed .

Treatment

  • Factor replacement therapy
  • Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
  • Support aids such as crutches or a sling may be required if your bleed is severe
  • Physiotherapy

 
 
 

Muscle bleed

Symptoms of a muscle bleed include:

  • Difficulty moving an arm or leg
  • Pain
  • Warmth in the muscle
  • When touched, the muscle feels tense or tight even though it is at rest
  • Numbness or tingling (seek assessment if numbness is significant)

Treatment

Treatment options for muscle bleeds in the limbs are the same as for joints.

Please note that all information given on this website is generic and for information and educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for speaking to your Haemophilia Centre. Bayer strongly urges you to consult with your Haemophilia Centre for treatment appropriate to your condition.

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