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What other disease is similar to thalassemia trait besides,poly with iron deficiency,iron deficiency?

Q: what other disease is similar to thalassemia trait besides,poly with iron deficiency,iron deficiency?

: Anemia of chronic disease/anemia of inflammation may sometimes present as anemia with small red cells (microcytic anemia). Alcoholism, zinc and copper deficiency and lead poisoning are other rare causes of microcytic anemia.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Anemia of chronic disease/anemia of inflammation may sometimes present as anemia with small red cells (microcytic anemia). Alcoholism, zinc and copper deficiency and lead poisoning are other rare causes of microcytic anemia.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/29/2022

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A member asked:

What other disease is similar to thalassemia trait besides,poly with iron deficiency,iron deficiency?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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