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Why do we bleed? A hematologist explains how the body prevents blood loss after injury

  • Written by Mikkael A. Sekeres, Professor of Medicine and Chief, Division of Hematology, Sylvester Cancer Center, University of Miami
Why do we bleed? A hematologist explains how the body prevents blood loss after injuryThe body starts plugging up wounds as quickly as it can to prevent blood loss and infection. Jonathan Knowles/Stone via Getty ImagesWhy do we bleed? A hematologist explains how the body prevents blood loss after injury

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