Basic Info
Symptoms
Persons with this condition do not display any signs of the disease until their red blood cells are exposed to certai...
Causes
G6PD deficiency occurs when a person is missing or doesn't have enough of an enzyme called glucose-6-phosphate dehydr...
Tests
A blood test can be done to check the level of G6PD. See: G6PD screenOther tests that may be done include:Bilirubin ...
Treatments
Treatment may involve:Medicines to treat an infection, if presentStopping any drugs that are causing red blood cell d...
Alternative Therapies
Vitamin E and folic acid (both anti-oxidants) may help decrease hemolysis in G6PD-deficient individuals.
Complications
Rarely, kidney failure or death may occur following a severe hemolytic event.
Prevention
Persons with G6PD deficiency must strictly avoid things that can trigger an episode. Talk to your health care provid...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have symptoms of this condition.Call your health care p...
Basic Info