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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome

Risk Factors

Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Risk Factors

Risk factors for hemolytic uremic syndrome include:

Age 1-6 years
Diabetes
Antibiotic treatment for diarrhea
Use of certain medications that control diarrhea
Travel to an underdeveloped country

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Last Updated: May 16, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome References:

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