Thalassemia (thal-uh-SEE-me-uh) is an inherited blood disorder that causes your body to have less hemoglobin than normal. Hemoglobin enables red blood cells to carry oxygen. Thalassemia can cause anemia, leaving you fatigued.

If you have mild thalassemia, you might not need treatment. But more severe forms might require regular blood transfusions. You can take steps to cope with fatigue, such as choosing a healthy diet and exercising regularly.

 How does thalassemia affect my body?

Thalassemia can cause mild or severe anemia and other complications over time (such as iron overload). Symptoms of anemia include:

• Fatigue.
• Trouble breathing.
• Feeling cold.
• Dizziness.
• Pale skin.

The NSS unit in association with Thalassemia and Sickle cell Society is organized a blood camp and an Awareness program on Thalassemia. Awareness Program on Thalassemia” held on 22nd March 2024. Schedule of the program is:

S.No	Date& Time	Programme Name	Resource person
1	22.03.202412:00 – 13:00	Awareness Program on Thalassemia	Dr.Jasthi Subba Rao

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Dr. Subba Rao J
General & Family Physician
Kodad, Telangana, India