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2.  It was first recognized by Jews.  It was first found in the USA in 1803 by a doctor in Philadelphia.  Hemophilia first got its name at the University of Zurich in 1828.  The gene was passed by Queen Victoria, Queen of England, in 1837.

3.  Most can’t play contact sports, because injury would be very overwhelming.  Many doctors will recommend protective gear. › Knee pads, elbow pads and a helmet  Dental care is very important to prevent bleeding in the gums.

4.  Hemophilia is heretic and mainly affects males.  1 in every 10,000 male births and 1 in about 20,000 female births  It’s caused by a problem with protein in blood.

5.  85% of people with Hemophilia have type A  Hemophilia is know as “The Royal Disease” because the children of Queen Victoria spread this disease through marriage.  It is also spelled haemophilia.

6.  l"History of Hemophilia." History of Hemophilia. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Feb. 2013.  "The History of Hemophilia Hemophilia The Basics HoG Handbook Hemophilia of Georgia."The History of Hemophilia Hemophilia The Basics HoG Handbook Hemophilia of Georgia. N.p., n.d. Web. 19 Feb. 2013.  Helaine, Andrea. "What Is Everyday Life Like With Hemophilia?" EHow. Demand Media, 19 Apr. 2010. Web. 19 Feb. 2013.

7. Hemophilia causes joints to bleed internally and make them swell.