Question
After newborn disease screening, the infant’s G6PD result is still low, suspecting glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. How should it be handled? The baby is currently in good health.
Answer
This condition usually does not present with symptoms unless there are specific triggers, such as fever, cough, or runny nose. However, if symptoms occur under specific triggers and acute hemolysis develops, the child may need to be hospitalized for treatment. If necessary, the infant may require genetic testing for confirmation. But there is no need to worry too much; with the advancement of medical technology, the child will receive proper care.