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Medical Conditions - Hbe Trait

Hbe or Haemoglobin E trait is a genetic blood disorder. Symptoms include severe fatigue, failure in growth and development, shortness of breath, and jaundice. It does not need any treatment, but if symptoms are caused due to anemia, then folic acid may be prescribed.

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What is the impact of parental HbE trait on fetal health?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I went through your query.As both you and your wife have the Hb E trait, there are three potential outcomes for your baby:1. The baby could have normal hemoglobin (Hb).2.

Is it tough to conceive with PCOS/PMOS and HbE traits?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern.

Can a mother with hemoglobin E trait affect her children?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The serum ferritin level is not high in every case of hemolytic anemia.

What causes recurrent fever and body pain in a 13-year-old?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: HbE trait with 11 g% hemoglobin is good and well maintained.

Can HbE trait in my wife affect unborn child's health?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. HbE trait will not pose any health problems to your child if he or she inherits it. Only the size of the red blood cells will be smaller than normal.

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As me and my fiance are carrier of Hb E beta thalassemia, we need your valuable advise.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the information you provided, it seems that you have HbE beta thalassemia trait and your fiance has only Hb E trait.

My son has hbE trait. Does it pose any threat?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: There is nothing to worry about.

Is it fine to get married to a girl with HbE trait?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have checked your attached reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You are not having any hemoglobinopathy.

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