G6pd- what should be avoided

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Is there any food that should be avoided by g6pd. With regards to medicines, i understand there are restrictions. Are there restrictions for mehendi(henna) and food related items too?

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Dr. Mufti Abdul Nazrul General Practitioner 7 yrs exp Kolkata Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Mufti Abdul Nazrul

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In people with G6PD deficiency, hemolytic anemia can occur after eating fava beans or certain legumes. It may also be triggered by infections or by certain drugs. There are a few cases of severe haemolysis in infants with G6PD deficiency after henna application but unaccounted in adults. Its better to avoid using henna on infants.

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