S2 E090 Metabolic Disorders and a new format

G6PD Deficiency X- linked recessive More commonly found in Males African Americans Asians Patients of Mediterranean or Middle Eastern decent Increases RBC susceptibility to breakdown Specific triggers lead to cellular breakdown Bacterial or viral infection Fava beans which may be found in flour Drugs Aspirin Antimalarials Sulfonamides Methylene blue Diabetic ketoacidosis Clinical Presentation & Physical […]