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Child Nutrition (Expert Forum)
Hands and feet of my son look orangish in color
Answered by
Renee Radenberg - Child Nutrition, Nutrition
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Hands and feet of my son look orangish in color
by Faz1418, May 07, 2008 12:02PM
Is your child male or female?
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Male
What is your child's height?
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92 CM
What is your child's weight (kgs or lbs)
:
35 lbs
My son is 27 months old and has Beta Thalessemia Trait (He got it from his father). He was on iron supplement for 6 months and then his pediatrician found out about the above condition after recommending a detailed blood test. During the last check up (24 month), his doctor said that he was not growing consistent with his chart. He had fallen below the curve and suggested another checkup in 3 months which would be towards the end of this month. I also notice that his hands and feet look orange in color. Is there anything to worry?
Doctor's Answer
by Renee Radenberg, May 08, 2008 08:24PM
, May 08, 2008 08:24PM
To: Faz1418
If your son has only Beta Thalassemia Trait, he carrying the trait of the disorder with no ill effects or very mild case of anemia. Iron supplement will not help him, and may build up in his system if taken for long periods of time. To help you understand this disease, go to the website www.cooleysanemia.org. I suggest you seek a MD who specializes in this disorder so your son will be cared for correctly.
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