Epidemiological Study On Thalassemia And Iron Deficiency Anemia Carriers

Authors

  • Adel Hassan Mohsen Al-Fahmi
  • Sultan Hussein Hassan Al-Fahmi
  • Sulaman Hilil Sulaman Alharbi
  • Ali Abdul Rahman Zafer Al-Shehri
  • Faisal Sulaiman Khalaf Almutairi
  • Abdulrahman Abdullah Mohammed Alamodi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/sfs.v9i4.2505

Keywords:

thalassemia, iron deficiency anemia, carriers, epidemiological study

Abstract

Thalassemia and iron deficiency anemia are two common genetic blood disorders that affect individuals globally. Thalassemia is characterized by abnormal hemoglobin production, leading to anemia, while iron deficiency anemia is caused by a lack of iron in the body, resulting in decreased red blood cell production. Both disorders can be inherited through carriers, who may not exhibit symptoms but can pass on the mutated genes to their offspring. This epidemiological study aims to investigate the prevalence of thalassemia and iron deficiency anemia carriers in the population, as well as the potential impact of these carriers on public health. Through a systematic review of existing literature and data analysis, this study will provide insights into the distribution and burden of these carriers, informing future prevention and management strategies.

 

Author Biographies

  • Adel Hassan Mohsen Al-Fahmi

    Epidemiologist, Al-Sih Health Center in Al-Kharj

  • Sultan Hussein Hassan Al-Fahmi

    Epidemiologist King Abdulaziz Hospital in Mecca

  • Sulaman Hilil Sulaman Alharbi

     Epidemiological observer King Khalid Hospital in Al Kharj

  • Ali Abdul Rahman Zafer Al-Shehri

    Epidemiology technician King Khalid Hospital in Al Kharj

  • Faisal Sulaiman Khalaf Almutairi

    Epidemiological monitoring technician Commitment Office West Riyadh 

  • Abdulrahman Abdullah Mohammed Alamodi

    Epidemiologist  Abu Arish General

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Published

2022-02-12