Rare Disease Show: Episode 3 Understanding Thallasemia with Dr Anupam Sachdeva
Written By : Dr. Nandita Mohan
Written By : Dr Anupam Sachdeva
Published On 2024-05-28 04:00 GMT | Update On 2024-05-31 06:39 GMT
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Medical Dialogues presents a rare disease series, delving into the realm of uncommon medical conditions. Rare diseases are medical conditions that affect only a small percentage of the population. Throughout this series, we'll discuss these rare diseases in various episodes, with medical experts providing clear explanations and insights.
Rare Disease Show Episode 3-- In today's show we will cover Thallassemia.
Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder in which the body does not make enough hemoglobin, a red blood cell protein that carries oxygen to the cells in the body. There are different types of thalassemia characterized by the part of hemoglobin affected and the severity of the resulting anemia. Severe anemia can damage organs. Thalassemia is more common in persons with certain family ancestries
In this episode, Dr Anupam Sachedeva, a Pediatric Hematologist, shares his insights by addressing questions asked by the Medical Dialogues team
1. What is thalassemia? Is it considered a rare disorder? Also, how does it differ from other types of anemia?
2. What are the different types of thalassemia, and how do their symptoms and severity vary?
3. How is thalassemia diagnosed, and what tests are typically conducted to confirm the condition?
4. What are the treatment options available for thalassemia, and how is the choice of treatment determined?
5. Can you discuss the role of blood transfusions in managing thalassemia in children, as well as potential risks and benefits?
6. Can you provide insight into ongoing research efforts or clinical trials aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of thalassemia?
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