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What is thalassemia?

Thalassemias are inherited disorders characterized by abnormal production of hemoglobin. They result in low hemoglobin production, and excessive destruction of red blood cells.

Alternative Names:

Mediterranean anemia; Cooley's anemia

What are the causes, incidence and risk factors associated with thalassemia?

What are the symptoms associated with thalassemia?

What are the treatment options for thalassemia?

Posts on thalassemia (372)

Prenatal diagnosis of Thalassemia using CVS - Genetics Expert Forum

- Sep 24, 2009

I want to understand the report on "Prenatal diagnosis of Thalassemia using CVS" done at a ...

gen1b & thalassemia b- - Hepatitis C Community

- Sep 16, 2009

just started peg & cop last thurs. its not so bad except i'm outta prozac & docwon'...

Should i have a Child? - Maternal & Child Community

- Mar 10, 2009

I am having Thalassemia Minor and my husband is having hepatitis b,I want to know what will...

Thalassemia - Genetics Community

- Feb 17, 2009

I was diagnosed with anemia and my GP referred me to a hematologist because my hemoglobin l...

Thalassemia + atenolol - Heart Disease Community

- Dec 28, 2008

I have Thalassemia B minor and my doctor gave me 25mg of Atenolol. i have an enlarged heart...

ADD, Thalassemia and Concerta - Autism Community

- Aug 20, 2008

My 11yr old son has ADD which I attribute partly due to his Alpha Thalassemia. He generall...

2 Consecutive Miscarriages. - Maternal & Child Community

- May 20, 2008

Hello Sir/Madam, We have been trying for a baby since last 1 and half years and currentl...

Morning Anxiety - Anxiety Community

- May 20, 2008

I have been doing pretty well with my anxiety except for the mornings. EVERY MORNING I wak...

alpha thalassemia - Maternal & Child Community

- Oct 25, 2007

I am trying to find information about seizures being caused be thalassemia. I anyone has an...

alpha thalassemia - Genetics Expert Forum

- Oct 16, 2007

I am a 30-year-old Cypriot woman and as a child I was diagnosed with ALPHA THALASSEMIA TRAI...

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