Hemolytic uremic syndrome image 

Hemolytic uremic syndrome image

Overview

A condition results from the damage of small blood vessels in kidneys. This causes diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting and fever.

Symptoms

If you or someone you know is exhibiting symptoms of a Hemolytic uremic syndrome, seek medical attention immediately

The commonly noted symptoms are as follows:

  • Dysentery
  • Hematuria
  • Abdominal pain
  • Seizures
  • Fever
  • Headaches
  • Pallor
  • Vomiting and diarrhea
  • Vomiting and diarrhoea

→ Common treatment options

→ How is this diagnosed?

Causes

– The causes include:

  • Infection with E. coli that releases endotoxins is the most common cause in children
  • Certain medications like quinine sulphate, cyclosporine causes immunosuppression and leads to this condition
  • Pregnancy in rare cases
  • Immunosuppressive states such as HIV/AIDS are also responsible for this condition