What is talasemia Boleh?

Talasemia boleh diklasifikasi kepada tiga iaitu pembawa gen talasemia (talasemia minor), penyakit talasemia intermedia dan penyakit talasemia major. Pembawa gen talasemia adalah sihat, yakni tidak menunjukkan apa-apa tanda atau masalah kesihatan. Pengesanannya hanya boleh dibuat melalui ujian darah.

What is the most severe form of beta thalassemia?

BETA THALASSEMIA MAJOR. Beta thalassemia major, also known as Cooley’s anemia, is the most severe form of beta thalassemia. Affected infants exhibit symptoms within the first two years of life, often between 3 and 6 months after birth.

What is thalassemia minor?

Thalassemia is a term for a group of disorders in which there is reduced levels of hemoglobin, decreased red blood cell production and anemia. There are two main forms – alpha thalassemia and beta thalassemia, each with various subtypes. Beta thalassemia minor, also known as beta thalassemia trait, is a common condition.

What is beta thalassemia major (Cooley’s anemia)?

Beta thalassemia major, also known as Cooley’s anemia, is the most severe form of beta thalassemia. Affected infants exhibit symptoms within the first two years of life, often between 3 and 6 months after birth.