American Journal of BioMedicine Volume 6, Issue 4
Received May 07, 2018; Accepted September 11, 2018; Published October 04, 2018
http://dx.doi.org/10.18081/2333-5106/018-308-314
Abdulhamza Rajooj Hmood, Rawaa Hatif Abd, Basma Edan Kadhum, Saeed H. Lafta, khadeejh Rajooj Hmood
Abstract
Beta-thalassemia intermedia exhibits feature of ineffective erythropoiesis and hemolytic anemia. Diagnosis can be made via hemoglobin electrophoresis. G6PD deficiency is an X-linked recessive disorder commonly affecting males while females are carrier. Diagnosis is made by measuring G6PD level. A 19-year old pregnant lady, known case of β-thalassemia intermedia, had been presented with episode of acute hemolytic anemia. Investigations were highly suggestive of G6PD deficient anemia. This was confirmed with low G6PD level. Back to her immediate history, consumption of broad bean was ascertained. After appropriate therapy, the patient felt better and her medical derangement was normalized. She delivered normally and kept on life-long folic acid therapy. The importance of recording such a case report is to expect unusual combination of hemolytic anemia despite the uncommon finding of X-linked recessive disorder in women. This was the first case recorded in Karbala province
Keywords: Beta-thalassemia; Erythropoiesis; G6PD; Hemolytic anemia
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