HealthJuly 10, 2026
hemophilia
/ˌhiːməˈfɪliə/
Definition
A rare, inherited medical condition characterized by the blood's inability to clot properly, leading to excessive bleeding.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Greek words 'haima' (blood) and 'philia' (love or tendency), coined in the early 19th century to describe a 'tendency' for the blood to flow.
In the news
The word appears in the article as an example of a rare disease included in a list of medical conditions. It serves to categorize the scope of the clinical records being analyzed.
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