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When i entered the military i was told that i had g6pd. throughout my 20 year career i was still testing positive for it. when i went for an exit physical i was told that i didnt have it. today my physician told me again that i didnt have it. what ?
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Woman rarely has this condition unless your dad has this condition and your mom is a carrier. If you truly a homozygous individual, the G6PD condition will persist for life. Remember, this condition is mostly affecting men (X-linked hereditary).
Answered 11/11/2021
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