Thalassaemia
Read about thalassaemia, a group of blood disorders that affect a substance called haemoglobin. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments for the condition.
Read about the main symptoms of thalassaemia, including anaemia, delayed growth and problems caused by too much iron in the body.
Read about what causes thalassaemia, how it's inherited and how it affects the body.
Read about screening for thalassaemia in pregnancy, testing for the condition later in life and getting a test to see if you're a carrier of thalassaemia.
Read about the main treatments for thalassaemia, including blood transfusions, medication to remove excess iron from the body and stem cell transplants.
Read about living with thalassaemia, including what you can do to stay healthy and advice about planning a pregnancy.
Read about how to find out if you're a carrier of thalassaemia and what it means for your health and any children you have.