text: can thalassemia minor cause any kind of cancer?   thalassemia minor usually does not cause long-term problems. thalassemia major, however, can result in stunted growth, problems in bone development, darkened skin, general growth problems, and death.   thalassemia is an inherited condition, so a person can passed it on to his or her children.       all about   thalassemia   http://uimc.discoveryhospital.com/main.php?id=1793