Thalassemia $39000

Thalassemia

What is Thalassemia?

Thalassaemia is a blood disease that changes how the body generates haemoglobin. Red blood cells have haemoglobin, which is what delivers oxygen to all regions of the body. People with thalassaemia don't create enough healthy red blood cells. This can make you weary, weak, and trigger other health concerns. A child is born with thalassaemia. It comes from the DNA that the parents pass down. You can't get it from someone else.

Who Can Get Thalassemia?

Because thalassaemia is passed down in families, it is inherited. If both parents have the thalassaemia gene, their child could be born with the condition. People from South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Mediterranean are more likely to have it. It can happen to either males or girls, and the earliest indicators usually show up in the first two years of life. If one parent possesses the gene, the child may not get the condition, but they can still pass it on later.

What Are the Signs?

Some kids with thalassaemia may look healthy when they are born, but later they start to show indications. They can be very fatigued, seem pale, or not grow very fast. Some people may have difficulties with their bones, a bloated stomach, or skin or eyes that seem yellow. In more catastrophic situations, the body works too hard to create more red blood cells, which makes the bones grow bigger or alter shape. With the right attention and therapy, you can deal with these indicators.

How is Thalassemia Found and Treated?

A blood test is how doctors identify thalassaemia. This test tells you if there are fewer or smaller red blood cells than normal. The doctor may also check the parents' blood to see if they have the gene if necessary. The treatment for thalassaemia depends on how bad it is. Some kids need blood transfusions on a regular basis to keep healthy. Some people may need iron chelation therapy, which helps get rid of additional iron that comes from transfusions. A bone marrow transplant can sometimes provide a lasting cure. Children with thalassaemia can live complete lives provided they get regular treatment and check-ups.

Life with Thalassemia

If you have thalassaemia, you need to see the doctor often and stick to the treatment plan. Most kids go to school, play, and live happy lives with the right care. Eating well, avoiding illnesses, and taking the correct treatment all help keep the body robust. Being able to get help from family, doctors, and support groups is quite helpful. Kids with thalassaemia can do everything typical kids do, but they need a little extra care and attention.

Why Choose Us?

We take care of all of the needs of children and adults with thalassaemia. Our team of doctors, nurses, and counsellors is highly trained and can give safe blood transfusions, keep an eye on you often, and help your family. We also help parents with genetic counselling and long-term care. We are here to help every thalassaemia fighter live stronger and healthier every step of the way, with the best treatments and a compassionate touch.

Cost of Thalassemia Treatment 

Allogeneic BMT (HALF MATCH)- $39000