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Hemoglobin C disease

Alternative Names:

Clinical hemoglobin C

Treatment:

Usually no treatment is needed. Folic acid supplementation may help your body produce normal red blood cells and improve the symptoms of the anemia.

Expectations (prognosis):

People with hemoglobin C disease can expect to lead a normal life.

Complications:

Complications include episodes of pain, hip problems, vision problems, and gallbladder disease .

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of hemoglobin C disease.

References:

Goldman L, Ausiello D. Cecil Textbook of Medicine . 22nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders; 2004.

Noble J. Textbook of Primary Care Medicine . 3rd ed. St. Louis, Mo: Mosby; 2001.

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