Haemophilia Travel Insurance

To get a quote by telephone, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

Haemophilia

Haemophilia is a genetic disorder that impairs the body's ability coagulate or clot the blood.

This means that what would normally be considered a minor injury can result in extended blood loss.

Haemophilia is an x-linked recessive gene, meaning it is mostly found in males and extremely rare in females.

Sufferers are usually born with the condition; however the illness can also be acquired in later life.

Patients with moderate or severe haemophilia may experience:

• Deep muscle bleeding
• Joint damage
• Adverse reactions
• Intracranial haemorrhage

There is no cure for haemophilia but it can be controlled by treating it with regular injections of a clotting factor.

Sufferers are also recommended to do certain exercises to strengthen the joints.

Haemophiliacs are also advised to avoid certain activities such as:

• Hockey
• Football
• Boxing
• Wrestling
• Skateboarding
• Motorcycling
• Rugby

Medical Check

Questions you may be asked when applying for travel cover include:

• Are you on recombinant factor replacement?
• Have you had to have any joints replaced?
• Have you developed or acquired either of the following: HIV/ AIDS or Hepatitis?

People with haemophilia can lead relatively normal lives and travelling is no exception.

Ensure that you are not due for a regular check up during the time you are meant to be travelling.

If you need to bring medication with you, ensure you have a plentiful supply.

Carry all medication in hand luggage in case of delay or loss of luggage.

Useful Websites: Haemophilia.org - Haemophilia Wikipedia - NHS Introduction Haemophilia - Haemophilia Physical Conditions - Haemophiliacare.co.uk

To get a quote by telephone, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk