Hi Dr. My son (going to be 9 months in 5 days) has been diagonised with G6PD and his level is 0.5 (normal is 4.5 to 13.5) and his haemoglobin is 8.7. does he have serious G6PD? What could be the cause in drop in HB and what foods to avoid? Your response will be appreciated!!! We are Indians... just FYI because this found more in Asians.
Exposure to certain medications or food causes breakdown of RBC (hemolysis) in patients of G6PD deficiency leading to decreased HE (Anemia). Following is the partial list of medications/chemicals your child should avoid. Always ask your doctor before giving any medication for safety in G6PD deficiency. In particular your child should avoid the foods, Chat Doctor.