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
The January 2010 Dads in Action webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, January 13, at 8 PM EST / 7 PM CST.
for These 2010 Events!!
Teen Leadership Retreat
Linden Valley, Linden, TN
April 16 – 18, 2010
Music City Golf Classic
Nashville, TN
May 21, 2010
Annual Meeting
Pigeon Forge, TN
June 11 – 13, 2010
Camp Freedom
Linden Valley
Linden, TN
July 26 – 30, 2010
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.
Offering Hope
Our Mission
The Tennessee Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorder Foundation’s mission is to Enhance the Lives of Those Affected by Bleeding Disorders.
