Hematomas happen: On everyday bleeding with hemophilia

Hematomas happen: On everyday bleeding with hemophilia

I was at the Coalition for Hemophilia B’s Annual Symposium this month in Orlando, Florida — surrounded by my community, sharing meals and meaningful conversations — when it happened. No bump. No injury. No accident. I was literally just standing in the elevator when I felt it: a sudden, sharp pop in my finger. Then a large, purple lump began to form. Swelling, tingling, and pain followed — and possibly a few pointed curse words. I took some phot…