World Hemophilia Day 2026: Does bleeding not stop after injury? So this can be an incurable disease, know the symptoms and prevention

News India Live, Digital Desk: Today i.e. on 17 April 2026, the whole world is celebrating ‘World Haemophilia Day’. The main objective of celebrating this day is to make people aware about the rare and serious genetic disease like hemophilia. Hemophilia is a disorder in which the process of blood clotting in the body slows down. In simple words, if a person suffering from this disease gets even a small injury, his bleeding does not stop, which can sometimes prove fatal. Reason behind hemophilia: Why blood does not stop? Hemophilia is a genetic disease, which is usually passed from parents to children. There are proteins in our blood called ‘clotting factors’ which help in clotting of blood. Hemophilia patients are deficient in these factors (especially factor VIII or IX). Shocking fact: This disease is more common in men, while women are usually its ‘carriers’. Do not ignore these symptoms. It is very important to identify hemophilia in time. Its main symptoms are as follows: Excessive and prolonged bleeding after injury or surgery. Bleeding from the nose (nosebleeds) without any apparent reason. Blue marks (bruises) on the body. Swelling and severe pain in the joints (knees, elbows). Blood in urine or stool. Is permanent cure of hemophilia possible? Currently, there is no permanent cure for hemophilia available, but with proper management and therapy, the patient can One can live a normal life. Replacement Therapy: In this, the deficient clotting factor is injected into the patient’s body. Gene Therapy: With the advancement in medical science, new research is being done on gene therapy, which raises the hope of eradicating it in the future. Caution: Patients should avoid such activities or sports in which there is a high risk of injury. Also, doctor’s advice must be taken before consuming medicines like aspirin. Theme of World Hemophilia Day 2026: This year’s theme has been kept as “Equitable Access for All: Recognizing all Bleeding Disorders”. This means ensuring equal access to treatment and clotting factors for hemophilia patients in every corner of the world. In a country like India where there is lack of awareness, timely diagnosis is the biggest protection.