A person with thalassemia minor typically leads a normal, healthy life and may not even know they carry the gene. However, complications can arise when two carriers of thalassemia minor decide to have children. In such cases, each pregnancy carries a 25% chance that the child may inherit thalassemia major, a severe and lifelong blood disorder requiring regular transfusions and medical care. This is why genetic screening and counseling before planning a family is so important. Early awareness can help prevent the transmission of thalassemia major and support healthier family planning decisions. #WorldThalassemiaDay #ThalassemiaAwareness #GeneticCounseling #HealthyFamilies #KnowYourGenes #PreventiveCare #ThalassemiaScreening
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