Thalassemia
Overview
Thalassemia is the name for a group of inherited conditions that affect a substance in the blood called haemoglobin. The imbalance in the synthesis of the hemoglobin molecule, causes a varying degree of anemia..
Risk Factors
Most commonly diagnosed in children.
- Family History – This blood disorder is passed from parents to their children, because thalassemia is caused by the mutation..
Signs and Symptoms
In terms of thalassemia, a lack of oxygen in the bloodstream causes signs and symptoms that the body doesn’t make enough healthy red blood cells and hemoglobin.
Diagnosis
- Clinical – Physical Examination done by physicians
- Laboratory
- Blood Tests
Treatment
Treatment for thalassemia depend on the type and severity of the disorder. Doctors use three standard treatments for moderate and severe forms of thalassemia which are explained below:
FAQ
- What is Thalassemia?
- Kinds Of Thalassemia?
- Numbers: Thalassemia In India
- Tips For Thalassemia Patients
