The most severe forms of thalassemia produce severe, life-threatening _____.

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Thalassemia results in anemia, which can range from mild to severe. The most severe forms can be life-threatening.

Answer: B 
 Thalassemia can result in hemolysis, or the breakdown of red blood cells. This can lead to a severe form of anemia that requires frequent blood transfusions and can be life-threatening.

Answer: C 
 Thalassemia does not typically result in ischemia, which is a lack of blood flow to tissues or organs.

Answer: D 
 Thalassemia does not typically result in petechiae, which are small pinpoint hemorrhages in the skin.

The Most Severe Forms of Thalassemia Produce Severe, Life-Threatening _____