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Hemolytic Anemia

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Hemolytic anemia is a blood disorder that may occur due to different reasons, and it can be managed in general.

 

Hemolytic anemia

Hemolytic anemia occurs when the red blood cells die or break down faster than normal (red blood cells normally live for around 120 days), which means that the body can’t replace them as it’s supposed to because it doesn’t have time for that.

 

Causes of hemolytic anemia

Different causes lead to hemolytic anemia, and they include:

  • Inherited conditions: favism, sickle cell anemia, and thalassemia.
  • Certain infections: malaria, Haemophilus influenza disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and HIV.
  • Certain medications: penicillin, quinine, methyldopa, and sulfonamides.

 

Symptoms of hemolytic anemia

Symptoms of hemolytic anemia can be mild or severe, and they can manifest suddenly or gradually, and they include:

  • Jaundice.
  • Rapid heartbeat.
  • Shortness of breath.
  • Low blood pressure.
  • Extreme tiredness.
  • Blood in the urine.
  • Enlarged liver or spleen.
  • In severe cases, hemolytic anemia can lead to serious heart problems, such as irregular heartbeat, cardiomyopathy, and heart failure.

 

Diagnosis of hemolytic anemia

  • Medical history.
  • Physical exam.
  • Blood tests.

 

Treatment of hemolytic anemia

  • Treating hemolytic anemia depends on the underlying cause.
  • In order to manage anemia, it’s recommended to follow a healthy diet that is rich in folic acid (vitamin B9), vitamin B12, and vitamin C, exercise regularly, drink enough water, and take care of overall health.


References
Baldwin C, Pandey J, Olarewaju O. Hemolytic anemia. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing.Read reference
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What is Hemolytic anemia?

Hemolytic anemia occurs when the red blood cells die or break down faster than normal (red blood cells normally live for around 120 days), which means that the body can’t replace them as it’s supposed to because it doesn’t have time for that.

What is Causes of hemolytic anemia?

Different causes lead to hemolytic anemia, and they include:

What is Symptoms of hemolytic anemia?

Symptoms of hemolytic anemia can be mild or severe, and they can manifest suddenly or gradually, and they include:

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