HAEMATOLOGICAL DISORDERS
Red Blood Cell Disorders
Red blood cell (RBC) disorders are conditions that affect red blood cells, the cells of blood that carry oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body. there are many different types of red blood cell disorders, including:
red cell enzyme deficiencies (e.g. G6PD)
red cell membrane disorders (e.g. hereditary spherocytosis)
hemoglobinopathies (e.g. sickle cell disease and thalassemia)
hemolytic anemia
nutritional anemias (e.g iron deficiency,anemia, and folate deficiency)
disorders of heme production (e.g. sideroblastic anemia)
polycythemia (too many red blood cells)
hemochromatosis
Causes
Most RBC disorders are caused by abnormalities or mutations in the blood. Medications and some medical conditions may also be a factor.
Symptoms
Symptoms depend on the type of red blood cell (RBC) disorder a child has.
Some common general symptoms of anemia include:
pale lips, skin and hands
fatigue
lack of energy
decreased exercise tolerance
irritabilty
Common symptoms of hemolysis (increased red blood cell breakdown) include:
jaundice
scleral icterus (yellow eyes)
enlarged spleen
gallstones
Treatments
RBC disorders may be suspected based on the general findings of a complete medical history and physical exam. Depending on the type of RBC disorder a child has, their doctor may order a variety of blood and genetic tests to confirm the diagnosis. After all tests are completed, doctors will be able to outline the best treatment options.
Homeopathy works on blood cells of human being and cures its diseases. The cause and pathogenesis of rbc disorders are found by the doctor and accordingly treatment is initiated. Homeopathy help in curing these disorders from within and permanently. Also no side effects.
Few homeopathic medication which help such patients are phosphorus, china etc.
