Many born with the genetic disorder thalassaemia major die before the age of 10. Donated blood can help keep them alive.
Many born with the genetic disorder thalassaemia major will die before they turn 10. Donated blood can help keep them alive, but is hard to find.
By Urooba Jamal
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Lahore and Karachi, Pakistan — Abdul Hadi Nadir’s tiny body wears down quickly when the fever sets in. His skin turns yellow, he stops eating, and his mother, Rimsha Nadir, knows exactly what that means – it is time for more blood.
Intrauterine transfusion are needed for extremely unwell babies while they are still in the womb.
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