Hemolytic crisis
Alternative Names
Hemolysis - acuteWhen to Contact a Medical Professional
If you have any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor:
- Urine that looks red, red-brown, or brown (tea-colored)
- Fatigue, pale skin, or other symptoms of anemia, especially if they get worse
- A decrease in the amount of urine you produce
Emergency treatment may be necessary. This may include a hospital stay, oxygen, blood transfusions, and other treatments.
When your condition is stable, your doctor will perform a physical examination and ask questions, such as:
- When did you first notice symptoms?
- What symptoms did you notice?
- Do you have hemolytic anemia, G6PD deficiency, or a kidney disorder?
The physical examination may occasionally show swelling of the spleen (splenomegaly).
Tests may include:
- CBC
- Blood chemistry
- Kidney or abdominal ultrasound
- Kidney or abdominal CT scan
References
Hoffman R, Benz EJ, Shattil SS, et al. Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. 4th ed. Orlando, Fl: Churchill Livingstone; 2005.
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