noun
- Plural of hemophile; people who have hemophilia, a genetic bleeding disorder in which blood does not clot normally.
Usage: medical term; also spelled haemophiles in British English
Examples
- Hemophiles require regular treatment with clotting factor to prevent excessive bleeding.
- Many hemophiles in the 1980s contracted HIV through contaminated blood transfusions.
- Modern medicine has greatly improved the quality of life for hemophiles.
- Hemophiles must avoid contact sports that carry a high risk of injury.
- The support group provides resources and information for hemophiles and their families.