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Will thalassemia minor affect my boxing carrer? please explain and what's the best cure for it...thanks

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Thalassemia: Are inherited microcytic, hemolytic anemias. Symptoms depends on how severe the anemia, hemolysis, splenomegaly, etc. Thalassemia minor usually does not require treatment. Pls. Consult hematologist regarding your status.

Answered 2/27/2013

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Dr. James Ball answered

Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Should not.: Thalassemia minor should be detected on a blood count, but not symptomatic. Therefore, it should not affect your boxing career. The cure for thalassemia is bone marrow transplant - but this is not recommended for thalassemia minor.

Answered 2/28/2013

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You're fine: I'm a ringside physician and want to reassure you. This isn't something you need to treat, or can treat. It's a minor genetic variant. It won't affect your boxing. If you plan to marry and raise a family, be sure to know what can happen if you marry another person with your type of thal minor.

Answered 12/11/2014

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