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Discussion Forums => Thalassemia Intermedia => Topic started by: Teng on April 06, 2014, 03:30:25 AM

Title: folic acid for 4 years old
Post by: Teng on April 06, 2014, 03:30:25 AM

Hi Thal friends,

My son is a 4-year-old alpha Thalassemia intermediate. He has been taking folic acid since he was diagnosed when he was 2. His doctor recently increased his dose of folic acid from 1mg to 5mg daily. Is this the right dose?  ???Anyone knows?

Thanks.
Teng

Title: Re: folic acid for 4 years old
Post by: Andy Battaglia on April 06, 2014, 05:40:32 PM

It is the best thing for alpha thal and really the main thing that can help. Your doctor has instructed you correctly.

Title: Re: folic acid for 4 years old
Post by: Teng on April 09, 2014, 05:48:47 PM

Thanks Andy.

My friend' child in China, who is a Thal Intermediate, was prescribed as much folic acid as my son got. That's why I am confused.

Title: Re: folic acid for 4 years old
Post by: DiMattia on May 15, 2014, 03:41:25 AM

What does the frolic acid really do for is thal inerm? I have been on it for as long as I can remember but I really do not take it like I should


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Title: Re: folic acid for 4 years old
Post by: Andy Battaglia on May 15, 2014, 06:30:33 PM

Folic acid is essential for building red blood cells. That is why it is recommended for thals.

Title: Re: folic acid for 4 years old
Post by: DiMattia on May 16, 2014, 02:19:48 AM

Dang I didn't know that I  not been taking it like I should. 


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