How do I recognize a bleed?

Before you can treat a bleed, you must know the signs. Bleeding can occur inside or outside the body. This may make it hard to identify. Children may be too young to say how they feel. Watch for signs of a bleed. Click through the tabs below to learn about the signs of a bleed.

Recognizing Bleeding Episodes: Signs and Symptoms

•A tingling or bubbling feeling
•Unwilling to move the joint
•Limited range of motion
•Swelling
•Pain (often worsens the longer the bleed goes untreated)
•Skin over the joint feels warm

•Pain or aching
•Limping
•Not wanting to use the affected arm or leg
•When walking or standing, cannot put a heel on the floor
•Limited range of motion of the arm or leg
•Swelling
•Warmth
•Severe or shooting pain
•Numbness or tingling sensations

•Persistent headache
•Lack of energy
•Having trouble walking or walking straight
•Vision problems
•Bleeding from the ears or nose
•Vomiting, dizziness, and/or convulsions

•Arms or legs feel weak, or have pain or tingling sensations
•Trouble with urination or bowel movements

•Vomiting blood or black, syrup-like material
•Red or black bowel movements (may look like tar)