Methemoglobinemia - Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which Doctor should I Consult for Methemoglobinemia?

A: A physician/pediatrician should do the initial check and diagnosis after which you may be directed to a hematologist for further assessment and treatment.

Q: If One of the Parents Carries the Disease Gene will the Child Inherit the Condition?

A: Hemoglobin M is usually an autosomal dominant inheritance where one parent is the carrier. The child will inherit the gene which expresses as hemoglobin M disease.