The treatment for thalassemia depends on the type and severity of disease involved. Your doctor will give you a course of treatment that will work best for your particular case.
Some of the utilized treatments include:
blood transfusions
a bone marrow transplant (BMT)
medications and supplements
possible surgery to remove the spleen or gallbladder
Your doctor may instruct you not to take vitamins or supplements containing iron. This is especially true if you require blood transfusions. People who receive blood transfusions receive extra iron that the body can’t easily get rid of. Iron can accumulate in tissues, which can be potentially fatal.
You may also need chelation therapy if you’re receiving a blood transfusion. This generally involves receiving an injection of a chemical that binds with iron and other heavy metals. This helps remove extra iron from your body.