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In thalassemia, the belly may protrude due to several factors, primarily related to the expansion of the bone marrow and splenomegaly (enlargement of the spleen). The body compensates for anemia by increasing red blood cell production, leading to an enlarged marrow space, particularly in the abdomen. Additionally, chronic anemia can result in iron overload from frequent blood transfusions, which may also contribute to abdominal swelling. These factors combined can create a visibly protruding belly in individuals with thalassemia.
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Are there other names for Thalassemia disease?
Alpha thalassemia silent carrierAlpha thalassemia minor, also called alpha thalassemia traitHemoglobin H diseaseAlpha thalassemia major, also called hydrops fetalisBeta thalassemia minor, also called beta thalassemia traitBeta thalassemia intermediaBeta thalassemia major, also called Cooley's anemia or beta-zero (ß0) thalassemiaBeta-plus (ß+) thalassemiaMediterranean anemia
What could cause Pulling and tugging behind belly button?
Umbilical Hernia. Not particularly dangerous, but get it checked out. You'll experience soreness and tenderness around the belly button area, and it's possible your belly button might swell and protrude a little. Usually results from injury or impact to the area.
What is the noun for protrude?
The noun for the verb "to protrude" is "protrusion".
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 is classification of Thalassemia?
Thalassemia is classified mainly into two types: alpha thalassemia and beta thalassemia, based on which globin chain is affected. Alpha thalassemia occurs due to mutations in the alpha-globin genes, while beta thalassemia results from mutations in the beta-globin genes. Each type can further be categorized into various subtypes based on the severity of the condition, such as thalassemia minor (trait) and thalassemia major (Cooley's anemia). The classification helps determine the appropriate management and treatment strategies for affected individuals.
If a baby is in your stomach can you not have the baby?
yes and no cause if you have a miscarriage then you don't but otherwise no not possible!! A baby is never in the stomach. It is in the uterus and that makes the belly protrude. The stomach is full of stomach acid.
What chromosome is thalassemia carried on?
Thalassemia is carried on chromosome 11 and chromosome 16, depending on the type. The alpha-thalassemia gene is located on chromosome 16, while the beta-thalassemia gene is found on chromosome 11. Mutations in these genes affect the production of hemoglobin, leading to the various forms of thalassemia.
What is a protrude?
what is do not protrude below the level of foramen magnum
Can minor thalassemia carrier and alpha marry?
Yes, A "carrier" of alpha thalassemia and of beta thalassemia can marry, but not to someone with any hemoglobinopathy. Prof. Kornfeld Pal
Is protrude a noun or verb?
The word protrude is a verb (protrude, protrudes, protuding, protruded). The noun forms are protrusion and the gerund, protruding.
Can dogs have outy belly buttons?
No they should not have. If you have a bulge near the belly buttom area, it is most likely a hernia which will need surgery to fix it. It is where the intestine had gotten through a small hole in the intestinal area. Please take your dog to your Veterinarian to have that checked out and discuss it with him or her.
Can mild thalassemia be a major thalassemia?
No. A minor form of the blood disorder thalassemia is when you inherited just one beta thalassemia gene, along with a normal beta-chain gene. This manifests as mild anaemia with a slight lowering of the hemoglobin level in the blood. No treatment is require. By contrast, a thalassemia major, also known as Cooley's Disease, is when one is born with two genes for beta thalassemia and no normal beta-chain gene. This is a serious disorder.
