Question 1

what are the different types of hemoglobinopathies?

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Various: These relate to hemoglobin, the molecule that helps transport oxygen, and is made of 4 subunits. Adults have 2alpha & 2beta, while kids have 2alpha & 2gamma. Other minor forms also exist. Any disorder that alters these subunits can lead to hemoglobinopathy, some of which have no significance (d and e) and others that may (thalassemia & sickle cell).

Question 2

what are some symptoms of hemoglobinopathies?

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Depends on disease: Thalassemia and sickle cell disease are the two most common hemoglobinopathies.  They both have very different symptoms.  Thal patients may have symptoms of anemia like feeling tired and some may need life long blood transfusions. Sickle patients may have pain crisis, infections, chest crisis, strokes, chronic organ damage.

Question 3

can people with hemoglobinopathy donate their blood?

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Some can: For example , those with sickle cell trait can give but not sickle cell disease. For an extensive listing of doner information and qualifications go to www.Redcrossblood.Org

Question 4

what blood tests confirm the diagnosis of hemoglobinopathies?

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Hbg  electrophoresis: The usual approach is to perform a hemoglobin electrophoresis.  On occasion other more esoteric specific testing may be required depending on the patient's manifestations and family history of known type.  You should be seeing a hematologist.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: thalassemia and hemoglobinopathy?

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Hereditary anemia: Thalassemia is a type of hemoglobinopathy. It is inherited from one or both of your parents. There are many kind of thalassemia. Most causes anemia (low red blood cell count). Anemia couod be severe requiring blood. Taking iron does not cure the disease. Thalassemia is common in people living in the mediteranian countries, africa, middle east, india, and sotheastern asia such as thailand, laos, et.

Question 6

had blood smear done. 1+ acanthocytes. it said acanthocytes may be seen w/ iron def, hemoglobinopathies, liver disease, and hyperspleenism. my anemia was treated via infusions several months ago and values are good. could the 1+ still be from anemia?

Accepted Answer

: Acanthotytosis is not a common feature of iron deficiency anemia. If you do not have liver disease with or without hypersplenism, you should have thyroid function checked. If the thyroid function is normal, you can try vitamin E supplement then recheck CBC in 3 months. By the way, what was the etiology of your iron deficiency anemia?

Question 7

consistent elevated transferrin saturation (55%) and normal ferritin. brain mri shows 4mm microbleed in basal ganglia. hemoglobinopathy fractionation cascade and cbc ruled out thalassemia. cognitive impairment. what is the cause and what should i do?

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: Not so fast!  You have reached a public medical education site where we answer general medical questions but do NOT provide personal diagnoses, treatments, prescriptions, management, or referrals.  A glib response with the limited provided data is not feasible.  A more thorough evaluation can be obtained via a virtual consult (www.connect@healthtap.com)

Question 8

can constant texting and typing make your handwriting worse if you dont do it anymore? mine is worse than it used to be. sign of ms? i feel like its hard to write certain words now?

Accepted Answer

: It could be carpal tunnel syndrome. Use a brace and do simple exercises.

Question 9

i think i have a sprained hand? could that be from typing

Accepted Answer

Probably Not: Sprains usually come from some type of injury. Typing can cause overuse injuries such as tendinitis. Try rest, ice and over the counter anti inflammatory medications such as advil or aleve (naproxen). If you symptoms do not improve i would recommend you see a hand surgeon.

Question 10

what is the best posture while typing?

Accepted Answer

Posture: The best posture is sitting upright with your back straight.  Avoid slouching or leaning forward.  Try not to rest your hands or forearms on any solid surface.  Take frequent breaks and try to avoid being in one position for a prolonged period of time.

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