Bleeding disorders is a general term for a wide range of medical problems that lead to poor blood clotting and continuous bleeding. Doctors also call them terms such as coagulopathy, abnormal bleeding and clotting disorders.
Events and Announcements
Camp Freedom 2010Camp Freedom will be held July 26th – 30th at Linden Valley in Linden, TN. Camp Freedom is a week-long, overnight camp for boys and girls ages 7-15.
The 2010 Inhibitor Summits have arrived!
Come join other people with hemophilia A or B with inhibitors and their families for a weekend of education designed to improve your overall health and quality of life.
Pitchin' for Caleb Horseshoe Tournament
The 4th Annual Pitchin’ for Caleb Horseshoe Tournament will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2010, in Crossville, TN.
Join us on the Korbin and Elighia Horse Ride for Camp
August 14, 2010, Graysville, TN
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for These 2010 Events!!
Royal Gala Patron Party
September 16, 2010
A Royal Gala
Music City Sheraton
September 24, 2010
Halloween Party
October 23, 2010
Nolensville, TN
Race for Ian 5K Run
Jonesborough, TN
November 6, 2010
What is a Bleeding Disorder?Treatment and Care
Symptoms and Causes
Some bleeding disorders are present at birth and are caused by rare inherited disorders. Others are developed during certain illnesses (such as vitamin K deficiency, severe liver disease), or treatments (such as use of anticoagulant drugs or prolonged use of antibiotics). Read more... |
People with bleeding disorders are confronted with many physical, medical, emotional and psychological challenges. How well they meet these challenges depends on a number of things, including the severity of the illness, the quality of medical care, the ability to pay for treatment, and the support of family, friends and the community.
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Our Mission
The Tennessee Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorder Foundation’s mission is to Enhance the Lives of Those Affected by Bleeding Disorders.
