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I have von willebrand disease. A lot of days I feel very tired and like a bus hit me. I also have pain in my joints and bones when I feel fatigued. The only way I can explain it is feeling like I have the flu. Are there any ways or tips to lessen my fatigue so I don’t feel so ill?
I feel the same way. I find that making sure I drink enough water and keep moving as much as possible even though I don’t want to
Nowadays in countries with advanced medical care, many hemophiliacs never learn enough about our condition--about self-care and prevention of injury. It is critical that youngsters learn to avoid joint problems that can linger a life-time and cause chronic pain, plus the reasons for and importance of treatment. Not every young man needs to play tackle football or climb mountains. Encourage reading and development of positive social skills, things we all need in life.
I've been reading a lot about the benefits of medical marijuana with people with hemophilia. Can anyone give me any insight
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I've been reading a lot about the benefits of medical marijuana with people with hemophilia. Can anyone give me any insight
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