City of Hope can tap its research and clinical trials for sickle cell disease therapies, and we offer extensive support services for this condition. Learn more.
Sickle cell disease treatment involves using medication and other therapies to control symptoms and reduce complications. Learn about drugs and other options.
Doctors will perform testing and exams to make a sickle cell disease diagnosis, and all newborns are screened for this condition. Learn the options.
Sickle cell disease symptoms may include anemia, pain, swelling, stunted growth and more. Discover how to monitor for the signs of this condition.
Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder affecting the hemoglobin protein, leading to anemia. Learn what causes it, how common it is and more.
City of Hope can tap its research and clinical trials for novel thalassemia therapies, and we offer extensive support services for this condition. Learn more.
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The main thalassemia treatment is a transfusion of blood, but patients may also be prescribed medication known as chelation therapy. Learn more.
Thalassemia has two main types, alpha and beta, depending on the gene involved. Discover what they mean as well as subtypes like major and minor.
Thalassemia symptoms depend on the type and severity, and include dizziness, cramps, a fast heartbeat and shortness of breath. Learn the signs of this condition.