Can a Stem Cell Transplant End Blood Transfusions in Thalassemia? What Parents Should Know
Blood transfusions can become a regular part of life for someone with thalassemia. A child may need them every few weeks just to keep their haemoglobin at a healthy level. Over time, many parents naturally start wondering if there is a way to reduce or completely stop these transfusions. A stem cell transplant for thalassemia may offer that possibility for some children. So, what does it...