If the thalassemia result is positive, do I need further testing?

Typically, if the patient has a positive thalassemia result, the next step of testing is required. Because thalassemia is a hereditary disease, it is mainly clinically manifested as chronic hemolytic anemia, jaundice and other symptoms.

1. No: If both or one of the patient's parents suffer from the disease and do not have the disease themselves, it will generally not cause the fetus to be affected. So there is no need for special treatment at this time, and there is no need to worry too much;

2. Yes: However, if the above conditions are caused by the fact that both husband and wife carry thalassemia genes, it may increase the chance of the next generation suffering from this disease.Therefore, it is recommended that such people should go to the hospital to complete relevant examinations, such as amniocentesis, before trying to conceive, so as to rule out the possibility that the fetus carries the thalassemia gene. If necessary, the diagnosis can also be confirmed by DNA testing to avoid adverse effects on health.

For people diagnosed with thalassemia, they should go to the hematology department of a regular hospital in time and actively cooperate with the doctor to avoid aggravation of the disease. At the same time, you can also eat protein-rich foods to help enhance the body's resistance, such as egg custard, milk, etc. In addition, it is also necessary to pay attention to rest, ensure sufficient sleep time, and avoid staying up late and overwork.