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Are Fatigue And Obesity Common In People Suffering From Thalassemia?

Hi this is XXXX (Age 25years) is suffering from obesity and fatigue. I am Thalassemia trait. My B.P is 140/88. I have gone for some tests . Reports attached for your convenience. Kindly advice some medicines if required. Presently I am not taking any medicine.
Fri, 12 Jul 2019
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Hematologist,  's  Response
Hi,

Generally thalassemia trait patient lives normally. Few patients may feel little fatigue because of anemia. Folic acid supplements will be helpful. Obesity is not due to thalassemia trait.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Hardik Sanghvi, Hematologist
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General & Family Physician,  Dr. Dr. Parth Goswami's  Response
Hello,

It is below is my advice for your case. Thalassemia can cause chronic fatigue problem. If the hemoglobin level is low than need to be corrected for at least up to 11 gm.

I could not find any attached report. Kindly attach your reports to guide you further.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Parth Goswami, General & Family Physician
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Are Fatigue And Obesity Common In People Suffering From Thalassemia?

Hi, Generally thalassemia trait patient lives normally. Few patients may feel little fatigue because of anemia. Folic acid supplements will be helpful. Obesity is not due to thalassemia trait. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Hardik Sanghvi, Hematologist