Famous people affected by hemophilia
And why it's called the "royal disease"
HEALTH Blood diseases
Hemophilia is a rare disorder in which the blood doesn't clot properly because it doesn't have enough blood-clotting proteins. Small cuts don't tend to pose much of a threat for people with hemophilia, even though they may bleed for longer after a cut. In severe cases of the disorder, however, the main concern is internal bleeding, which can have very serious complications and even become life-threatening.
Even if you've never met anyone with hemophilia, you can be sure that you've come across them in history books and even the tabloids. Not sure what we mean? Check out this gallery to learn all about hemophilia and the famous people affected by it.