What causes beta thalassemia trait?
Patient: My brother was diagnosed with beta thalassemia trait.  He is very tired all the time. Hemalogist said to see his primary care for that. Says it is different issue.  have read that having this can make you feel tired  He has had this all his life He is now 55.  He is 5"9' and weighs about 150 Doctor: Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Thalassemia trait is caused by heriditory factor. Defect in bete chain production. His mothe ror father have this defect and it is transffered to the child. He may have low hemoglobin but able to lead normal life. Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health.