D59: Acquired haemolytic anaemia
Acquired haemolytic anaemia is a group of conditions characterized by the breakdown of red blood cells in the bloodstream or spleen, causing a short lifespan of red blood cells. This premature destruction can arise from various causes, such as an immune response, certain drugs, or underlying conditions like liver disease and lymphoma. While it is not contagious, it can affect individuals of any age. Common symptoms may include fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath, chest pain, and rapid heart rate, due to the body lacking enough healthy red blood cells to transport oxygen effectively. The disease can progress over time and may lead to complications like iron overload and gallstones. Early detection and proper medical care can help manage these conditions effectively.
Subcodes of D59:
- D59.0: Drug-induced autoimmune haemolytic anaemia
- D59.1: Other autoimmune haemolytic anaemias
- D59.2: Drug-induced nonautoimmune haemolytic anaemia
- D59.3: Haemolytic-uraemic syndrome
- D59.4: Other nonautoimmune haemolytic anaemias
- D59.5: Paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria [Marchiafava-Micheli]
- D59.6: Haemoglobinuria due to haemolysis from other external causes
- D59.8: Other acquired haemolytic anaemias
- D59.9: Acquired haemolytic anaemia, unspecified
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