Christmas Disease Explained: Hemophilia B & The ‘Royal’ Bleeding Disorder

Funny Medicine Podcast by Julia Brunet and Yvette Gonzalez, D.O.

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Christmas Disease Decoded: The Holiday Hemophilia Episode You Never Knew You Needed | Funny Medicine Podcast EP 126

Ever wondered why a bleeding disorder shares a name with the holidays? We're diving into Christmas Disease (Hemophilia B), uncovering the fascinating history behind Factor IX deficiency, why it's called Christmas disease, and how it connects to Queen Victoria's royal bloodline. This episode blends medical education with hilarious banter as we break down the science of blood clotting disorders, debunk Hollywood myths about hemophilia, and explore cutting-edge treatments like gene therapy and CRISPR technology.

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