Clinical features of thalassemia major (Cooley anemia) include all of the following EXCEPT:

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Thyrotoxicosis is not a clinical feature of thalassemia major. The other choices are all characteristic clinical features of the condition. "Chipmunk facies" refers to the facial bone deformities that result from expansion of the bone marrow. Growth retardation is common due to chronic anemia and other complications of the disease. "Hair on end" appearance on skull radiographs is due to expansion of the bone marrow and increased activity of the bone-forming cells.

Clinical Features of Thalassemia Major (Cooley Anemia) Include All of the Following