Patient's question:
A baby with has a bilirubin level of 221 and has been hospitalized for 10 days. Can they be discharged?Doctor's answer:
Erythrocyte glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, commonly known as favism, is a hereditary defect disease. The main reason for the occurrence of favism is that the patient is influenced by parents and family members, which is a genetic condition. For children with favism, special attention is also required when taking medication. If they come into contact with drugs containing fava beans, it can lead to more severe conditions. Therefore, medication should be used with caution.