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Discussion Forums => Thalassemia Minor => Topic started by: viploveadwani on June 17, 2013, 12:35:30 PM

Title: Question- Thallasemia Minor
Post by: viploveadwani on June 17, 2013, 12:35:30 PM
Hi!!!

I am a Thalassemia minor age 26 and I am about to marry a girl who is also thalassemia minor... Pls guide me regarding the Same.. wat are the risks and are there any remidies available...
Title: Re: Question- Thallasemia Minor
Post by: Andy Battaglia on June 17, 2013, 03:23:28 PM
When two minors have children, there is a 25% chance with every pregnancy that a thal major child will be born. The odds should not be risked. You should seek genetic counseling as a couple to learn your options.

The table in our gallery shows the possibilities.
http://www.thalassemiapatientsandfriends.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=278

Please learn more before trying to become pregnant.