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G-6-PD deficiency is a hereditary, sex-linked enzyme defect that results in the breakdown of red blood cells when the person is exposed to the stress of infection or certain drugs.
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Symptoms
Dark urine; Enlarged spleen; Fatigue; Paleness; Rapid heart rate; Shortness of breath; Yellow skin color (jaundice. Not...
Causes
The primary effect of G-6-PD deficiency is the reduction of the enzyme G-6-PD in red blood cells, causing destruction o...
Tests
Anemia; Hemolysis; Increase in the number of young red blood cells in circulation, following a hemolytic crisis; Reduce...
Treatments
If the cause of a hemolytic crisis is an infection, it should be treated. If the cause is a drug, the drug should be st...
Prevention
People with G-6-PD must strictly avoid anything that can bring on an episode, especially drugs known to cause oxidative...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of hemolytic anemia due to G-6-PD deficiency develop...
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