What are the main causes of infertility in women and men with thalassemia?
The main cause of infertility in women and men with thalassemia is iron excess in the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland normally aids in the regulation of the ovaries and testes.
Does thalassemia affect periods?
Puberty may be delayed or progress irregularly in teenagers with thalassemia due to iron buildup compromising pituitary gland function.
This can result in issues such as amenorrhea (absence of menstruation). Hypogonadism is a condition in which the sex organs do not function properly.