Thalassemia Treatment Cost In Thailand

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Thalassemia is a blood disorder caused by having less haemoglobin than the required amount. In mild cases, Thalassemia may require medications such as vitamins and iron inducer. In severe cases, the treatment includes blood transfusions or bone marrow transplant. Thalassemia Treatment cost in Thailand is between USD 19800 to USD 24200. Patient has to stay in the hospital for 15 days and outside the hospital for 90 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.

Inclusions in the package

The cost of Thalassemia treatment includes the following:

  • Preoperative diagnostic tests cost (Blood tests, hemoglobin electrophoresis, etc.) 

  • Procedure cost

  • Treatment options (Chelation therapy, Stem cell therapy, Blood transfusion)

  • Post-Operative cost (depends on the number of follow-up sessions)

  • Medicine cost 

  • Patient's hospital stay

Factors affecting cost of Thalassemia Treatment

The overall cost of the procedure also varies based on the patient's condition and preferences. Some of these factors are:

  • Type of hospital and room opted (General, Twin sharing, or Single room)

  • The severity of the disease

  • Post-surgical complication, if it happens (such as delayed hemorrhage or infection)

  • Cost of Blood products (if required)

  • An extended stay at the hospital

  • Cost of accommodation during follow-ups, in case the patient is not a local resident

Cost related to Thalassemia Treatment in Thailand

Listing approximate price of Thalassemia Treatment and some related procedures. The prices may change depending upon the centers and condition of the patient.

Treatment name Cost range
Thalassemia Treatment USD 19800 to USD 24200

Frequently asked questions related to expenses that most patients have when planing for Thalassemia Treatment.

What is the cost of tests for thalassemia treatment?

Since thalassemia is a blood disorder that affects the body’s ability to produce red blood cells and hemoglobin, the first test that is done to start with the treatment is a complete blood count profiling, reticulocyte count, hemoglobin electrophoresis, and genetic testing. The package may or may not include the cost of the tests.

Is the medicine cost included in the thalassemia package?

In the case of thalassemia, oral medications are prescribed to the patient to help rid the body of the extra iron. The Medicines you consume at the hospital prescribed to you are included in the package. However, any medicines that are consumed outside the hospital are not covered in the package.

What's the stay duration for the thalassemia treatment, and the cost?

Thalassemia is generally treated via blood transfusion, bone marrow transplant, or splenectomy. The duration of the blood transfusion is around 1 to 4 hours, depending on the part of the blood you get and how much you need it. In the case of a bone marrow transplant and splenectomy, expect to spend 30 to 60 days in the hospital for your transplant.  If you have to stay in the hospital for the surgery, it will be covered in the package. You need to consult your doctor to get the best treatment plan for you.

How much does Thalassemia cost in different countries?

For patients planning to travel abroad it is useful to know the price in destinations popular with medical travellers. The price for Thalassemia in different countries is approximately:

  • India USD 17600 to USD 26400
  • Turkey USD 48000 to USD 72000
  • Israel USD 160000 to USD 240000
  • Singapore USD 160000 to USD 240000
  • Malaysia USD 35200 to USD 52800

List of Centers for Thalassemia Treatment in Thailand

Popular Cities in Thailand for Thalassemia Treatment are:

Doctors for Thalassemia Treatment in Thailand

The right doctor to consult for treating Thalassemia is Hematologist who specializes in treating blood disorders.

Listing popular specialists:

Assoc. Prof. Vichien Srimuninnimit

Assoc. Prof. Vichien Srimuninnimit

Associate Professor, 30 years of experience

Siriraj Piyamaharajkarun Hospital, BangkokLocation

Diagnosing and treating cancer in adults Chemotherapy Hormonal therapy Biological therapy Targeted therapy

Dr. Piya Rujkijyanont

Dr. Piya Rujkijyanont

Consultant, 12 years of experience

Vejthani Hospital Bangkok, ThailandLocation

Pediatric Oncology Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation

Assoc. Prof. Col. Dr. Wichean Mongkonsritragoon

Assoc. Prof. Col. Dr. Wichean Mongkonsritragoon

Consultant, 37 years of experience

Bumrungrad International Hospital, BangkokLocation

Treatment of hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma.

Success Rate

The overall Thalassemia-free survival rate lies between 85-90 percent. Facial bone deformities, dark colored urine, prolonged growth & development, tiredness, fatigue, yellow or pale skin are certain signs and symptoms that may suggest a person may have Thalassemia.

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Frequently Asked Questions Related to Thalassemia Treatment

Before the Procedure (10 Questions):

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder in which the body makes an abnormal form of hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the protein molecule in red blood cells that carries oxygen. Thalessemia is an inherited disease which means one of your parents will be the carrier of the disease.

Symptoms of thalassemia includes deformity of bone, dark colour urine, delayed growth and development and excessive fatigue, yellow or pale skin.

Thalassemia occurs when there is an abnormality or mutation in one of the genes is seen which is involved in the production of hemoglobin. If one of your parents has thalassemia that you may develop thalassemia minor or you can be a carrier of the disease.

Some of the symptoms of thalassemia consists of frequent infection, pale skin, jaundice, enlarged organs, poor appetite and fussiness.

Some of the tests for diagnosing thalassemia includes complete blood examination, thalassemia patient have few healthy red blood cells and less amount of hemoglobin present in their blood and patient with alpha or beta thalassemia may have smaller number of red blood cells.

Regular blood transfusion is the only treatment option available for thalassemia patients, thalassemia patient can live a normal live. Most of the thalassemia patient requires blood transfusion in every two to four weeks. Regular blood transfusion provide thalassemia patient with red blood cells which are needed for survival, once the red blood cells are broken the body has got extra amount of iron.

In mild to moderate thalassemia frequent blood transfusion is being needed and for more frequent form of thalassemia frequent blood transfusion is being needed. With time blood transfusion causes build up of iron  which can damage your heart, liver and other organs.

Till now thalassemia cannot be prevented because it is an inherited blood disorder which is being passed from parents to children but the carriers of this disease can be identified with genetic tests.

Patient with thalassemia will expect to get a normal life and for patient or severe thalassemia have a good chance of long term survival till they follow the treatment plan. Bone marrow transplant can cure thalassemia.

You should avoid eating excess iron, take a healthy diet and stop contaminating yourself from any infection.

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