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Thalassemia Flashcards

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What type of anaemia is associated with Thalassemia?

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Haemolytic Anaemia

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What is Thalassemia?

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Genetic defect in protein that makes up haemoglobin (autosomal recessive)

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Symptoms of Thalassemia?

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Microcytic Anaemia
Tired
Pallor
Jaundice
Gallstones
Splenomegaly

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Dignosing Thalassemia?

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FBC (Low MCV and High Ferritin)
Haemoglobin Electrophoresis

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Treating Thalassemia?

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Monitor
Blood Transfuse
Bone Marrow Transplant

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Year 5 OSCE: Haematology (14 decks)

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