A child has been diagnosed with thalassemia. Which of the following comorbidities may occur as a result of having thalassemia?
A)
Hypocoagulation
B)
Iron deficiency
C)
Splenomegaly
D)
Neutropeniabb
Ans:
C
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Thalassemia can result in enlargement of the spleen and liver due to increased hematopoiesis and red cell destruction. It is associated with thrombotic events, not hypocoagulation, as well as iron excess. Neutropenia is not associated with thalassemia.
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