Cost of Thalassemia in India

Thalassemia is a hereditary disorder in which the body produces less than normal levels of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to the organs. This leads to a condition known as anemia, which causes fatigue and weakness.

Severe tiredness
Bone deformities
Delayed growth
Yellow/pale skin
Dark urine

DNA mutation of cells

Physical examination
Blood tests

Blood transfusion: Intravenous transfer of blood and blood components.
Bone marrow transplant: Process through which damaged or infected bone marrow is substituted with healthy cells.
Drugs and supplements:
Surgery: The procedure removes the enlarged spleen or the gallbladder from the body.

Frequent infections
Jaundice
Enlarged organs
Malnourishment