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Drug-induced immune hemolytic anemia is an acquired form of hemolytic anemia caused by interaction of certain drugs with the immune system. The result is the production of antibodies against the red blood cells and prem...

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Symptoms
Dark urine; Fatigue; Pale skin color; Rapid heart rate; Shortness of breath; Yellow skin color (jaundice.
Causes
Drug-induced immune hemolytic anemia occurs when a drug causes your body's immune system to react against red blood cel...
Tests
A physical examination may show an enlarged spleen. A number of blood and urine tests may be done to help diagnose this...
Treatments
Stopping the drug that is causing the problem may relieve or control the symptoms. Some persons may be given a medicine...
Drugs
  • predniSONE
Risk Factors
  • cephalosporins
  • G6PD deficiency
  • levodopa
Complications
Death caused by severe anemia rarely occurs. Transfusion can cause a transfusion reaction.
Prevention
You should continue to avoid the drug that caused this condition.
Doctor Specialties
See your health care provider if you have symptoms of this condition.

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