What is Thalassemia? Fact Sheet

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Overview

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder. People with thalassemia are not able to make enough of a protein called hemoglobin. This fact sheet describes the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and management of thalassemia.

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