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i was told many years ago that i couldn't donate as I'm a beta thalassemia carrier. best to ask your local donation center.

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You are a black female with beta thalassemia minor trait both of your children have this trait can sickle cell anemia trait partner effect their children also?

If you have beta thalassemia trait and your partner has sickle cell trait there is a 25% chance of your child having sickle beta thalassemia.


What is thalesemmia entermedia?

Thalassemia Intermedia is a recessive trait inherited disease of the red blood cells. In thalassemia, the genetic defect results in reduced rate of synthesis of normal hemoglobin chains.


Is trait sex-linked?

Yes, Thalassemia sex is a linked trait. Ha ;)


What does the term thalassemia minor refer to?

If untreated, beta thalassemia major can lead to severe lethargy, paleness, and delays in growth and development. The body attempts to compensate by producing more blood, which is made inside the bones in the marrow.


Can Thalassemia prevent Malaria?

Thalassemia itself does not prevent malaria, but individuals with thalassemia trait or certain forms of thalassemia may have a degree of protection against severe malaria due to the altered shape and function of their red blood cells. This change can make it more difficult for the malaria parasite to survive and reproduce. Consequently, while thalassemia does not prevent malaria infection, it can potentially reduce the severity of the disease in affected individuals.


Is thalassemia a type of blood cancer?

No, thalassemia is not a type of blood cancer. It is an inherited blood disorder that affects the production of hemoglobin, which can lead to anemia and other complications. Blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, involve the uncontrolled growth of abnormal blood cells.


Does thalassemia related to blood group and Rh factor?

No, thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder that affects the production of hemoglobin in red blood cells. Blood group and Rh factor are determined by different genetic markers and are not directly linked to thalassemia.


Will the child be free from thalassemia if you are alpha and father is beta thalassemia trait?

have seen one of my friends sister had kid and all normal no complications...not thalassemia either.........beta and alpha i think there is 25% normal chance


Is thalassemia a type of cancer?

Thalassemia is an autosmal recessive blood disease. That means that it is an inherited disease. Thalassemia in more common in Mediteranian people.


What are the chances of hydrops fetalis recurring if only the mother has alpha thalassemia trait?

It is unlikely.


I have hb e trait my wife has hb d trait If I have a child what is the probability of the child getting thalassemia My first child does not have thalassemia?

you have a 50/50 chance me and my twin both had it and my 2 older brothers are fine 1 is a carrier and the other is not.


Can thalassemia develop at the age of 20 years?

Very unlikely. Thalassemia is an inherited disease, affected persons are born with the genetic disorders. However, silent carriers (Alpha Thalassemia, 1 gene defect) or Beta Thalassemia Trait (1 gene defect), do not have significiant symptoms. Consequently, if this person did not have any relevant blood tests till the age of 20, he/she might no be aware of having the condition. That's only a hypothetical suggestion.