Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
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What is the definition of Congenital Hemolytic Anemia?
Congenital hemolytic anemia is a genetic disorder in which there is a significant reduction in red blood cells in the blood that are fit to carry oxygen due to an abnormality in how the cells are formed. There are several types of congenital hemolytic anemias, including sickle cell disease (SCD), hereditary spherocytosis, and pyruvate kinase deficiency.
What are the symptoms of Congenital Hemolytic Anemia?
Symptoms of congenital hemolytic anemia may include fatigue, paleness, fever, mental confusion, dizziness, difficulty breathing on exertion, dark urine, yellowing of the skin and whites of eyes (jaundice), enlarged liver or spleen, kidney failure, pain in the extremities, heart murmur, and irregular heartbeat.
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What are the current treatments for Congenital Hemolytic Anemia?
Treatment for congenital hemolytic anemia depends on the severity of the disorder and may include blood transfusions, corticosteroids, intravenous immune globulin (IVIG), blood exchange transfusion, splenectomy, and immunosuppressive therapy.
Who are the top Congenital Hemolytic Anemia Local Doctors?
Sophie Lanzkron
Elite in Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
Dr. Sophie Lanzkron
Hematology
Elite in Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
Dr. Sophie Lanzkron
Hematology

Jefferson Hematology - Honickman Center

1101 Chestnut Street, Floor 8, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-955-8435
Languages Spoken:
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Sophie Lanzkron is a Hematologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lanzkron is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hemolytic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Hemolytic Anemia. Dr. Lanzkron is currently accepting new patients.

Payal C. Desai
Elite in Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
Dr. Payal C. Desai
Hematology
Elite in Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
Dr. Payal C. Desai
Hematology

Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute

1021 Morehead Medical Drive, 
Charlotte, NC 
980-442-2000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Payal Desai is a Hematologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dr. Desai is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hemolytic Anemia. Her top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Hemolytic Anemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
Dr. Ross M. Fasano
Pathology
Elite in Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
Dr. Ross M. Fasano
Pathology

Emory University Hospital

1364 Clifton Road Northeast, 
Atlanta, GA 
404-712-5227
Experience:
23+ years
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Ross Fasano is a Pathologist in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Fasano has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Congenital Hemolytic Anemia. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Hemolytic Anemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Congenital Hemolytic Anemia, and Splenectomy.

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What are the latest Congenital Hemolytic Anemia Clinical Trials?
Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Pain and Sleep in Adolescents and Young Adults With Sickle Cell Disease
Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Pain and Sleep in Adolescents and Young Adults With Sickle Cell Disease
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 11, 2026
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: This study examines the feasibility and acceptability of a mindfulness-based mobile intervention designed to support pain and sleep management among adolescents and young adults with sickle cell disease. Chronic pain and sleep problems are common in this population and can negatively affect daily functioning and quality of life. Participants will use a smartphone-based mindfulness program that inc...

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Growth Evaluation, Health Promotion, and Clinical Management in Children and Adolescents With Thalassemia
Growth Evaluation, Health Promotion, and Clinical Management in Children and Adolescents With Thalassemia
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 11, 2026
Intervention Type: Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: There are nearly 300,000 patients with severe or intermediate thalassemia in China. Growth retardation is the most significant health issue for children and adolescents with transfusion-dependent thalassemia (TDT), placing a substantial economic burden on their families and a serious social strain on the labor force. Investigating the growth and development of these children and adolescents, and e...

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