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Hereditary haemolytic anaemia due to enzyme deficiency

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Hereditary haemolytic anaemia due to enzyme deficiency – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1728186890

A disease caused by low levels of certain enzymes in the body leading to premature destruction of red blood cells in the antenatal period. This disease is characterised by low levels of red blood cells in the body due to abnormal destruction of the cells. A decrease in red blood cell mass due to premature destruction of erythrocytes in the spleen or peripheral vessels secondary to G6PD or other enzyme deficiency. This disease may present with pallor, fatigue, or shortness of breath.