Women Bleed Too - advocating for yourself if you have a bleeding disorder 

If you are a woman with a bleeding disorder like haemophilia or von Willebrand disease (VWD), getting good care for your bleeding disorder in an emergency or if you are having medical or dental procedures can involve some preparation and being able to speak up for yourself.
Sharron, Cheryl, Shauna, Susie and Robyn talk about their experiences and what they have learned.
Bleeding disorders are rare and health professionals may not be familiar with them - or know that women have bleeding symptoms too. Educating yourself about your bleeding disorder, getting a diagnosis and a treatment plan from a specialist Haemophilia Treatment Centre (HTC) and preparing for emergencies and procedures with your HTC - this will make a huge difference to your treatment experience.
For more information about women and bleeding disorders, visit the HFA website - www.haemophili...