| Topic: | hematologic diseases (he) |
| Title: | Complementary and Alternative Medicine. |
| Author: | Babul-Hirji, R. |
| Source: | Montreal, Quebec: Canadian Hemophilia Society. 2007. pp 93-102. |
| Availability: | Available from Canadian Hemophilia Society. 625 President Kennedy, Suite 505, Montreal, Quebec, H3A 1K2. Phone: 1-800-668-2686. Email: chs@hemophilia.ca. Website: www .hemophilia.ca. Price: Available free of charge on website. |
| Abstract: | This chapter on complementary and alternative medicine is from a monograph that provides information for female carriers of hemophilia A and B, a type of genetic bleeding disorder traditionally experienced by males but passed on genetically by females. Recent understanding of this disorder shows that females can have the same problems as males with mild hemophilia, such as hemorrhaging after surgery or trauma. Women with clotting factor levels as high as 60 percent can have abnormal bleeding problems, including but not restricted to gynecological and obstetrical bleeding. This chapter describes alternative or holistic treatments people can use to complement their conventional medical care. The authors review many natural and pharmaceutical products that can actually cause or worsen bleeding in carriers of hemophilia A and B. Specific complementary practices discussed include stress reduction techniques, aromatherapy, massage, Ayurvedic medicine, naturopathic medicine, traditional Chinese/Asian medicine, homeopathy, and botanical medicine. One section briefly discusses remedies that are contraindicated for people with bleeding disorders, including alcohol; aspirin; danshen; dong quai, or Chinese angelica; ephedra ephedrine, or Ma Huang; fenugreek; feverfew; garlic in capsule form, safe as a food; ginger in capsule form, safe as a food; ginkgo biloba; ginseng; horse chestnut; ibuprofen; jingui huayu; kava; matricaria recutita, or chamomile; omega 3 essential fatty acids; papaya; pineapple; and vitamin E. Readers are encouraged to work in tandem with their health care providers when incorporating any alternative or complementary approaches. |
| Format: | Book Chapter |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Hematologic Diseases. Hemophilia. Female. Patient Care Management. Patient Care Team. Drug Effects. Alternative Medicine. Herbal Medicine. |
| Minor Keywords: | Complications. Delivery of Health Care. Patient Education. Homeopathy. Risk Factors. Drug Therapy. Relaxation Methods. |
| Publication Number: | HEBK10171. |
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