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Asked for female, 49 years old from Lucknow
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Hi, the filtered prbc transfusion contains same amount of iron as without filter. Filter are not for reduction of iron. It is used to reduce transfusion associated fever, shivering and to reduce late effect of alloimunisation, a complications which leads to future blood transfusion ineffective. For iron overload, one need to take regular oral medicine (chelation therapy). Hope it clears the confusion.
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Asked for female, 18 years old from Faridabad
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As she is thalassemic, so I think, she is receiving regular blood transfusion. The direct coombs test may become positive in many situations and treatment is completely different for those. First the test may give false positive report, if done within 3 weeks of last transfusion. If it is true positive, then we need to do indirect coombs test with specific card (3 card or 11 card) to know whether it is auto immune or allo immune in nature. For details evaluation you need to contact with immuno h...more
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Thalassaemia, which is commonly referred to as thal, is a disorder of the blood which is inherited from the previous generation. This condition triggers the production of abnormal red blood cells in the body which in turn paves the way for chronic anaemia. Red blood cells play an indispensable role in carrying oxygen all through the body and hence any abnormality in this regard can result in thalassemia, the symptoms of which include, weakness all over the body, fatigue, faint and shortness of b...more
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Thalassemia is a genetic (i.e., passed from parents to children through genes) blood disorder. People with Thalassemia disease are not able to make enough hemoglobin, which causes severe anemia. Hemoglobin is found in red blood cells and carries oxygen to all parts of the body. When there is not enough hemoglobin in the red blood cells, oxygen cannot get to all parts of the body. Organs then become starved for oxygen and are unable to function properly.
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There are two types of Thalassemi...more
Asked for male, 28 years old from Mysore
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High eosinophils means that you r prone for allergic rhinitis. Don’t worry it’s treatable. Do the following Do saline gargles daily.
Whenever possible do steam inhalation also.
Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of AC
Homeopathic treatment has very encouraging results and gives relief in long term
please ask for consultation with detailed information so that I can help you better.
Whenever possible do steam inhalation also.
Cover your nose and mouth with hanky for at least 30 sec when you go in dusty areas also when you go in and out of AC
Homeopathic treatment has very encouraging results and gives relief in long term
please ask for consultation with detailed information so that I can help you better.
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Asked for female, 28 years old from Mumbai
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He needs regular follow up and therefore please visit your doctor as suggested. You can also add Homeopathy which is safe and gentle and does not cause any side-effects. It improves the immune system and helps natural healing. It can be taken along with the regular medicines. You can contact me for a detailed consultation.
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