hemophilia — A medical condition in which the blood does not clot normally, causing prolonged bleeding even from minor injuries
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A medical condition in which the blood does not clot normally, causing prolonged bleeding even from minor injuries
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌhiːməˈfɪliə/
Example Sentences
- The prince's hemophilia was kept secret because even a paper cut could become a royal emergency!
- Modern treatment has greatly improved the quality of life for people with hemophilia.
- My friend with hemophilia jokes that he's like a superhero - except his power is bleeding longer than normal people!
hemophilia
NOUN[/ˌhiːməˈfɪliə/]
A medical condition in which the blood does not clot normally, causing prolonged bleeding even from minor injuries
A small cut won't stop bleeding because he has hemophilia.
In Australia, wearing royal regalia, he presents hope for hemophilia!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek, combining 'haima' (blood) and 'philia' (love or attraction). The name reflects how the blood seems to 'love' flowing out of the body due to poor clotting.
Breakdown
hemo- (blood) + -philia (love/attraction toward)
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📝Examples
“The prince's hemophilia was kept secret because even a paper cut could become a royal emergency!”
“Modern treatment has greatly improved the quality of life for people with hemophilia.”
“My friend with hemophilia jokes that he's like a superhero - except his power is bleeding longer than normal people!”
“Genetic counseling is recommended for families with a history of hemophilia.”
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