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Pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia is caused by defective red cell metabolism due to the deficiency of the enzyme pyruvate kinase. It is the second most common cause of enzyme-deficient hemolytic anemia.
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Top treatments taken by people for pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia*
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Pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia is caused by defective red cell metabolism due to the deficiency of the enzyme pyruvate kinase. It is the second most common cause of enzyme-deficient hemolytic anemia.
Common symptoms reported by people with pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia
Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Treatments taken by people for pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia
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