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Here we take a look at Diamond-Blackfan Anaemia<\/a>, a rare haematological disorder, also known as DBA.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Diamond Blackfan Anaemia?<\/span><\/h3>\n

DBA is the result of the body\u2019s bone marrow not making enough red blood cells; red blood cells are the cells in blood which are responsible for carrying oxygen around the body <\/span>[1]<\/sup>.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the symptoms of Diamond Blackfan Anaemia?<\/h3>\n

The symptoms of DBA are shared with other kinds of anaemia and include; pale skin, sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, and heart murmurs. \u00a0In many cases there are no physical signs of DBA, however, in approximately 25% of cases abnormal features may be present which could affect the face, head and hands, particularly the thumbs [1]<\/sup>.<\/p>\n

How rare is Diamond Blackfan Anaemia?<\/h3>\n

Fortunately DBA is incredibly rare, affecting just 125 people in the UK and less than 1000 people world-wide [2]<\/sup>. \u00a0DBA is usually diagnosed in the first year of life and affects both boys and girls equally, occurring across all ethnicities [1]<\/sup>. \u00a0<\/p>\n

How rare is Diamond Blackfan Anaemia genetic?<\/h3>\n

DBA is a genetic disorder; in about half of families studied, only one person in the family has DBA. \u00a0The children of those with DBA have a 50% chance of inheriting the condition with symptoms varying in severity [1]<\/sup>. \u00a0In families where DBA has been diagnosed, genetic counselling may be available to determine the risk to future children.<\/p>\n

What are the treatment options for Diamond Blackfan Anaemia?<\/h3>\n

The treatment of DBA varies. \u00a0Common treatments for very low blood counts in DBA patients include blood transfusions and corticosteroids. \u00a0In some patients a stem cell transplant may be considered [1]<\/sup>. \u00a0Stem cells used in the treatment of DBA may be sourced from bone marrow or cord blood. \u00a0Cord blood banking for families affected by Diamond-Blackfan Anaemia could increase the chances of a stem cell match being found for loved ones.<\/p>\n

[1]<\/sup>\u00a0http:\/\/dbafoundation.org\/learn-more\/faqs\/<\/a><\/p>\n

[2]<\/sup> http:\/\/diamondblackfan.org.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/09\/DBA-UK-Leaflet-2012.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n

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