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Which is the cause of polycythemia vera in infants of diabetic mothers?
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Polycythemia: Because blood sugar may be elevated in diabetic mothers, the blood cells become more viscous and can cause polycythemia in the newborn. Also if the cord isn't cut for three minutes, polycythemia may result.
Answered 3/31/2014
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