Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia is broadly classified to 2 types, based on the type of autoantibodies causing the illness. These include:
Risk factors associated with Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia include:
It is important to note that having a risk factor does not mean that one will get the condition. A risk factor increases one's chances of getting a condition compared to an individual without the risk factors. Some risk factors are more important than others.
Also, not having a risk factor does not mean that an individual will not get the condition. It is always important to discuss the effect of risk factors with your healthcare provider.
The possible causes of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia are:
Based upon the cause, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia can also be classified as:
The common signs and symptoms of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia include:
The first step towards establishing a diagnosis is to rule out the causes of hemolytic anemia, such as sickle cell disease, thalassemia, glucose-6-phosphatase deficiency (G6PD), and other conditions.
The diagnosis of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia may include:
Many clinical conditions may have similar signs and symptoms. Your healthcare provider may perform additional tests to rule out other clinical conditions to arrive at a definitive diagnosis.
The complications of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia may include:
The treatment of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia may include:
The following DoveMed website link is a useful resource for additional information:
https://www.dovemed.com/diseases-conditions/blood-disorders/
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