Patient's question:
During pregnancy, it is always particularly uncomfortable, and morning sickness is also very severe. What should I do if amniocentesis during pregnancy suspects severe thalassemia?Doctor's answer:
Amniocentesis, if confirmed to be a fetus with severe thalassemia, is not recommended for preservation. If it cannot be diagnosed, further chromosomal examination and specialized thalassemia examination are needed to confirm the specific situation. For mildly affected fetuses, preservation can be considered, as they may develop severe anemia after birth. Severe thalassemia fetuses cannot be treated after birth and can only rely on surgery for stabilization, which can cause significant financial pressure on the family and severe abnormalities in the baby's growth and development.