What is Mediterranean Anemia, Its Symptoms and Treatment of Mediterranean Anemia in Turkey

What is Mediterranean Anemia, Its Symptoms and Treatment of Mediterranean Anemia in Turkey. Thalassemia, also known as Mediterranean anemia, is a disease generally seen in the Mediterranean region. This disease is passed on from generation to generation by genetic means. By definition, Thalassemia, namely Mediterranean Anemia, is an anemia disorder. There are approximately 1.4 million thalassemia carriers within the borders of Turkey. There are about 4500 people with thalassemia. What is Mediterranean Anemia, How is it treated? Before going through this information, it is useful to say that it is a preventable disease.

If the parents are carriers, there is a 25% chance that the baby will have thalassemia. This disease is detected after screening tests. There are many forms of the disease. But the most serious is beta thalassemia. It usually occurs in babies after 6 months . If not diagnosed and treated early, it can cause organ damage. From the moment it is diagnosed, it is tried to be controlled by transfusing blood to the patient.

With today’s technology, a clear cure is available. This treatment is stem cell therapy, but for this treatment to be successful, the person’s organs must not be damaged. In the carrier group, only anemia is seen. There is no organ damage. It does not need to be treated.

What are the Causes of Mediterranean Anemia?

Along with the world and the world, Turkey is making progress in the field of health. As a result of serious research, the causes and treatment methods of many diseases have been found, while the cause of many diseases has still not been found. This disease is Thalassemia, namely Mediterranean Anemia. The question of what are the Causes of Mediterranean Anemia is asked by everyone and an answer is sought. But the cause of this disease has not been solved yet.

Especially people living in the Mediterranean region have a very high incidence of this disease. Because this disease is passed on to generations through genes. If we look at the rates, if the parents are carriers of thalassemia, 25% of the babies are born sick or 50% continue their lives as carriers. In short, if both the mother and father have Thalassemia, there is only a 25% rate for the child to be born without the disease and live without a carrier. Generally, serious complications are not seen in carriers. But it affects the quality of life.

What are the Symptoms of Mediterranean Anemia?

The most common type of thalassemia is AAA. In other words, it appears as Familial Mediterranean Anemia.

We can answer the question of what are the symptoms of familial Mediterranean anemia as follows:

• The occurrence of fatigue
• Jaundice in the eyes
• Enlargement of the person’s spleen
• Deformities in facial bones
• Facial appearance
• darkening of the urine
• Loss of appetite
• Non-healing wound formations on the legs
• The person may get tired quickly

What are the Types of Mediterranean Anemia?

When we look at the Types of Mediterranean Anemia, there are 4 different types. We can list them for you as follows:

• Silent Carrier (Thalassemia Minima) is difficult to detect in these carriers who have mild anemia. If a clear diagnosis is to be made, it is necessary to apply to gene analysis.
• Carrier (Thalassemia Minor) Anemia manifests itself in these cases, which are also in the carrier group. Extra scans are needed when making the diagnosis, as they resemble iron deficiency.
• Thalassemia Intermedia In these people, who are both carriers, the disease is moderate. There is no need for blood transfusion in these cases.
• Thalassemia Major This case is the most severe. Babies born between 4-12 months show symptoms and are diagnosed.

Who Gets Mediterranean Anemia?

Thalassemia can be seen in many countries and people around the world. It is generally common in the Mediterranean Region. In short, if we look at Who Gets Mediterranean Anemia:

• It is seen in people living in Italy, Greece, Spain, Cyprus, Mediterranean and Aegean coasts of Turkey, Pakistan, India, West India and the Far East. The cause of the appearance was not found.

How is Mediterranean Anemia Treated?

After the diagnosis of thalassemia, many doctors come together and plan the treatment process. These departments include specialist doctors and surgeons from departments such as Hematology, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Psychology, and Pediatrics. Treatment should continue without interruption and in cooperation with family and physicians. If we answer the question of How to Treat Mediterranean Anemia:

• with blood transfusion
• With Iron Chalazion Treatmen
• Treatment is carried out with Stem Cell Transplantation

What is Mediterranean Anemia Carrier?

Mediterranean anemia is a genetically inherited disease that is usually seen on the Mediterranean coasts. The person is either sick or is a carrier of this disease. So what is a Mediterranean Anemia Carrier, let’s find out together. A carrier of Mediterranean anemia is someone who carries this disease in their genes, does not show any serious disease symptoms, and has only mild anemia. It does not need to be treated. However, as he is a carrier, this disease is passed on to his child.

How should Mediterranean Anemia Carrier be fed?

It is not correct to give clear information on How to Feed a Carrier of Mediterranean Anemia. Depending on the type of carrier, feeding patterns may also change. If the person is a silent carrier and does not even know it himself, feeding may cause distress for him. For this reason, if he knows that he is a carrier, he can talk to a specialist dietitian and ask about diet ideas and manage his nutrition together.

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Do Mediterranean Anemia Patients Have Children?

Two people in Turkey go through some screening tests before getting married. This includes blood tests. In line with these analyzes, it is clear whether people have Mediterranean anemia. Since some carriers do not show any symptoms, they learn that they are sick as a result of these tests.

If the test taker has thalassemia, this result is not a problem for them to get married and have children. If we were to answer the question of Can Mediterranean Anemia Patients Have Children, yes, these individuals may have children, but they need to think well and decide before having children. This disease will also be passed on to their children. If one of the couples is a carrier, the baby will be a carrier with a 50% probability, if both of the couple are carriers, their child will be a carrier with a 50% probability and a disease with a 25% probability. The probability of being healthy remains at 25%.

Does Mediterranean Anemia Pass to Children?

The answer to the question of “Does Mediterranean Anemia Pass to Children” is within the possibilities and rates. If one of the parents is a carrier, the baby will be 50% carrier and 50% healthy. If both parents are carriers, there is a 50% chance that the baby will be a carrier, 25% sick, and 25% healthy.

Mediterranean Anemia Treatment Prices in Turkey

Turkey has been reported by the world press with its work in the field of health. This advertisement also attracted the attention of foreign citizens. For this reason, there has been an increase in travels to Turkey for treatment.

The vast majority of treatments in Turkey are successful. Factors such as the experience of the doctors, the hospitable and helpful Turkish citizens, the advanced, clean and fully equipped hospitals, the affordable treatment prices and other expenses also explain the reasons for preference.

It would not be correct to give clear information about Mediterranean Anemia Treatment Prices in Turkey. Many factors such as the type of the disease, the type of treatment, and accommodation affect these prices. If you want to get information about the treatment of Mediterranean anemia and price information, you can contact us. In addition, if you come to Turkey for treatment through us, we can facilitate your visa procedures with our invitation letter sent by us to the consulate.

Prof. Dr. Ergün Dağlıoğlu

Prof.Dr. Ergün Dağlıoğlu (Eğitim Görevlisi), Beyin Cerrahı, Beyin Ve Sinir Cerrahisi

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