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Medical Conditions - Thalassemia

Thalassemia is a blood disorder where the body produces an abnormal form of hemoglobin. It is an inherited disorder and is caused by either genetic mutation or deletion of some gene fragments. The symptoms are bone deformities, dark urine, tiredness, pale and yellowish skin, and poor or delayed growth.

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How can a patient with thalassemia minor gain weight?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern (I went through your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity).

For thalassemia major, when would my son require his first blood transfusion?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. The definitive management of thalassemia is a bone marrow transplant.

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How to diagnose a thalassemia through electrophoresis test?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the report attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity), the Mentzer index is not below 13. Usually, in thalassemia, it is below 13.

How to manage low hemoglobin levels during pregnancy?

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What are the causes of low MCV and MCH in females?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Following is my opinion on your questions; In pregnancy, the hemoglobin level usually goes down, so do not worry about that.

How to reduce my serum ferritin level?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your serum ferritin is high, so the cause should be found out first. It can be hemochromatosis, in which excess iron is stored in the bone marrow.

My wife's and my blood group is B. Will it cause any problems in our married life?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are two major blood group systems. ABO: According to this system, the blood group can be A, B, O, or AB.

What are the chances of inheriting thalassemia minor?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I understand your concerns about the potential genetic implications of thalassemia minor and other inherited conditions for your future children.

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Do schistocytes in a blood smear report suggest thalassemia minor?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.I have reviewed your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

What causes Vitamin D and B12 deficiency in early pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The vitamin D levels are in the deficient range, and the vitamin B12 levels are normal. There is no need to discontinue the pregnancy due to these values.

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