What is thalassemia

summary

Thalassemia has a certain genetic tendency, especially the physiological characteristics of women, usually do not pay attention to the words, the risk of disease is relatively high. Let's see what thalassemia is.

What is thalassemia

First of all: thalassemia, formerly known as thalassemia, is a group of hereditary hemolytic anemia. Anemia or pathological state caused by deficiency of synthesis of one or more globin chains in hemoglobin due to genetic defects.

Secondly, the disease is widely distributed in many parts of the world, Southeast Asia is one of the high incidence areas. Most of the cases were found in Guangdong, Guangxi and Sichuan provinces in China. Sporadic cases were found in the provinces south of the Yangtze River, but rare in the north. High incidence areas, we should understand the characteristics of its symptoms, once the disease timely treatment.

Finally, mild thalassemia does not need special treatment. Intermediate and severe thalassemia should be treated with one or more of the following methods. At present, blood transfusion and iron removal are still one of the important treatment methods.

matters needing attention

Patients to develop good living habits and eating habits, first of all to maintain a happy mood, a positive attitude is very important for physical rehabilitation, usually appropriate physical exercise, ensure adequate sleep, under the guidance of the doctor for treatment.