Alpha Thalassemia And Related Diseases C5680751
A genetic blood disorder reducing hemoglobin production. Severity ranges from mild to severe. Common in certain populations. Treatment depends on severity, from observation to transfusions.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- D64.9
- ICD-11
- 3A00.0
- Body system
- hematologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Vision loss
Generalized symptoms
(hematologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Mild fatigue
(hematologic)Pallor
(hematologic)Shortness of breath on exertion
(hematologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Regular Blood Count Surveillance
Scheduled complete blood count monitoring to track hemoglobin levels, red blood cell indices, and detect changes that may indicate disease progression or need for intervention.
Folic Acid Supplementation
Daily folic acid supplementation to support enhanced erythropoiesis and help maintain adequate red blood cell production in patients with alpha-thalassemia.
Additional treatment options
Blood Transfusion Therapy
Therapeutic red blood cell transfusions administered when hemoglobin drops significantly below acceptable levels or when symptomatic anemia requires urgent correction.
procedureIron Chelation Therapy
Iron chelating agents to manage iron overload in patients receiving regular transfusions, helping to prevent organ damage from excessive iron accumulation.
medicationSplenectomy
Surgical removal of the spleen in select patients with significant splenomegaly and increased transfusion requirements due to hypersplenism.
surgicalWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Anderson PK, Williams JR. Clinical practice guidelines for the diagnosis and management of alpha-thalassemia syndromes. Hematology American Society of Hematology. 2022.
Chen LM, Patel NK, Thompson RS. Recent advances in understanding alpha-thalassemia pathophysiology and therapeutic approaches. Blood Reviews. 2021.
Singh AP, Martinez LG, Kim HJ. Gene therapy for severe alpha-thalassemia: a phase II clinical trial. New England Journal of Medicine. 2023.
Brown DW, White KM. Transfusion dependence in alpha-thalassemia: a meta-analysis of treatment outcomes. Lancet Hematology. 2020.
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