Question
What dietary precautions should be taken for G6PD deficiency after a blood screening test? What were the rescue measures and outcomes of neonatal blood screening for G6PD deficiency? How can G6PD deficiency be assisted? Please write down some precautions for me…
Answer
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) [Normal Reference Range] by fluorescence microscopic examination of blood smears on filter paper >1.8 u/gHb. Recommendations: Decreased levels may indicate favism, drug-induced hemolytic anemia due to certain medications. It is advised to use medications under medical supervision and to avoid consuming drugs that can cause hemolysis, such as primaquine, sulfonamides, nitrofurans, vitamin K3, K4, phenacetin, aminophenicols, quinolones, and other drugs like vitamin K3 and K4. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as indomethacin, should also be avoided. Additionally, avoid certain herbal supplements and traditional Chinese medicines that may exacerbate the condition, such as pearl powder, wax myrtle, and ginseng. The above recommendations are for the question “What dietary considerations should be taken for G6PD deficiency?” I hope they are helpful to you and wish you good health!