Hemophilia B
Alternate Names : Christmas Disease, Factor IX Hemophilia
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Hemophilia B Treatment
Standard treatment is infusion of factor IX concentrates to replace the defective clotting factor. The amount infused depends upon the severity of bleeding, the site of the bleeding, and the size of the patient. Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for individuals with Hemophilia B because they are at increased risk of developing hepatitis due to exposure to blood products.
To prevent a bleeding crisis, people with hemophilia and their families can be taught to administer factor IX concentrates at home at the first signs of bleeding. People with severe forms of the disease may need regular prophylactic infusions.
Depending on the severity of the disease, factor IX concentrate may be given prior to dental extractions and surgery to prevent bleeding.
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