Question
What is ABO hemolytic disease? This condition has been going on for a while, and as parents, we are very worried. We hope the doctor can give us some advice.
Answer
ABO hemolytic disease is a blood type-related condition that primarily occurs during the fetal period and early neonatal stage, and is an important cause of neonatal hemolytic diseases. Its clinical symptoms are relatively mild, although the incidence rate of ABO hemolysis is high, only 10% of neonatal hemolytic diseases are ABO hemolytic disease. It manifests as mild to moderate anemia and jaundice, with very rare cases of kernicterus and edema. Diagnostic tests require blood typing and laboratory tests for ABO blood type antibodies and titers. It is recommended to seek treatment at a regular professional hospital as soon as possible.