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What Are The Risks For Thalassemic Patient?
Hello, I've got beta thalassemia minor and I read recently that with this condition I might not be able to climb or hike on high altitudes because of the altitude sickness. As a thalassemic person, is there any additional risk (compared to normal people) of being in trouble at high altitudes? Thank you very much
Thu, 30 Oct 2014
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I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Generally beta thal minor person leads normal life. But in some stress condition or in illness they need blood transfusion to maintain hemoglobin and oxygen saturation. Otherwise no any extra risk is there.
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Wish you a very good health.
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Generally beta thal minor person leads normal life. But in some stress condition or in illness they need blood transfusion to maintain hemoglobin and oxygen saturation. Otherwise no any extra risk is there.
Thanks for using health care magic.
Wish you a very good health.
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