World Thalassemia Day is a global healthcare event that is observed on May 8 annually to raise awareness about this health condition, its causes, treatment and prevention. Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder caused when the body doesn’t make enough of a protein called haemoglobin, an important part of red blood cells. According to the CDC, when there isn’t enough haemoglobin, the body’s red blood cells don’t function properly and they last shorter periods, so fewer healthy red blood cells are travelling in the bloodstream.
In a conversation with Jagran English, Dr. Moinuddin, Consultant at Internal Medicine CARE Hospitals Musheerabad explained coping strategies for individuals living with thalassemia.
Thalassemia is a blood disorder that is inherited. This genetic condition affects haemoglobin production in the body which may lead to other complications. This compromises the health of red blood cells. Symptoms may vary for types of thalassemia, known as alpha and beta. Coping strategies for individuals living with thalassemia…
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