Hemolytic Anemia Learning Center

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Hemolytic anemia is a condition where there are not enough red blood cells in the blood. It is caused by premature destruction of red blood cells. There are a number of specific types of hemolytic anemia, which are desc...

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Symptoms
Chills; Fatigue; Pale skin color; Shortness of breath; Rapid heart rate; Yellow skin color (jaundice; Dark urine; Enl...
Causes
Hemolytic anemia occurs when the bone marrow is unable to make up for premature destruction of red blood cells by inc...
Tests
These are tests for hemolysis (red blood cell destruction. There are specific tests which identify the specific types...
Treatments
Treatment depends upon the type and cause of the hemolytic anemia. Folic acid, iron replacement, and corticosteroids ...
Risk Factors
  • Bone Marrow Diseases
Complications
The complications vary with the specific type of hemolytic anemia. Severe anemia can cause cardiovascular collapse. S...
Prevention
There is no known prevention for hemolytic anemia.

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