www.haemophilia.ie History of the Irish Haemophilia Society To all our members who have journeyed with us over the past forty five years, and to those who joined the journey along the way, we acknowledge and thank you for your support and friendship, without which we could not have achieved all that has been achieved. The value of the […]
Read moreHaemophilia describes a group of Inherited Bleeding Disorders in which there is a missing or reduced clotting factor in the blood. Haemophilia can be Severe, Moderate or Mild. Haemophilia A is the most common and is due to a deficiency of Factor V111 (Factor 8), Haemophilia B or Christmas Disease is caused by a deficiency in Factor […]
Read moreYou may have been attending the same Haemophilia Unit for many years and so talking to centre staff can be awkward. Some staff at your centre may feel uncomfortable about discussing sexual issues with you. This may be because they do not feel sufficiently informed or trained to do so. However, they can refer you to someone who is trained […]
Read moreLiving with a bleeding disorder doesn’t automatically make you a target. Technology, such as the internet and mobile phone apps have made life a lot easier to meet people. Some might just be looking for one off, random sexual encounters. Some want more such as a “fuck-buddy” or a relationship, each bringing their personal demands and pressures. This technology […]
Read moreFor more information, or if you would like to speak to someone, contact details of organisations are below. For men who have sex with other men and are living with a bleeding disorder, you can find related articles throughout the Haemosexual website. Haemophilia Scotland is a registered charity (No. SC044298) based in Scotland for people who have haemophilia, von Willebrands and […]
Read moreIf you have sex without a condom you could be at risk from the following: STI’s like Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, Herpes, Chlamydia or NSU (non-specific urethritis) Viral infections like HIV and Hepatitis Some infections can also be transmitted during oral sex and by non-penetrative genital-to-genital contact, such as Genital Warts, Gonorrhoea A lot of people with STI’s do not feel […]
Read moreHIV Virus Hepatitis C (HCV) If you are living with a bleeding […]
Read moreViagra The safety information below regarding Viagra (Sildenafil citrate) must be applied to other medications used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. The need for precaution before taking theses products is essential and medical advice should be sought before attempting to use Viagra. Be sure to tell your doctor if you: Have ever had any heart problems (e.g., […]
Read moreInfusing Love: My Mom, The Super Hero Categories: Adult Women, Community Voices, Families, HFA News, Mom’s Blog: Infusing Love May 10, 2015 As a hemophiliac there are many things I am grateful for that most “normal” kids just don’t get like the amazing bonds with my blood brothers and their families during conferences and at camp. However, what I am by far most grateful for […]
Read moreDespite decades of studies, limited understanding of the complexities faced by a person with haemophilia or other blood disorder is unfortunately still widely unknown. The unique psychological and social problems of living with the condition, which also has great impact on families has radically changed over the past twenty or so years. Anxiety for the risks of bleeding and the threat from complications […]
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