A member asked:

Can you explain to me how does g6pd deficiency will lead to hydrops fetalis?

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Severe anemia: Severe G6PD deficiency can cause severe anemia and increased bilirubin and can cause hydrops fetalis. Exposure by Mom to certain drugs, certain foods--fava bean-- exposure to moth balls napthalene--can trigger a severe reaction and may be responsible for hydrops fetalis.

Answered 9/29/2016

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