Idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia due to lecithin overdose: a case report
2009
Lecithin Overdose and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Lentzas Ioannis, Papagiannopoulos Panagiotis, Nikolaidis Ioannis, Garmiri Vasiliki, Vatides Demosthenes, Papathanasiou Athanasia, Melidonis Andreas, Tsiros Georgios, Voila Panagiota, Lionis Christos
Hypothesis
Can lecithin overdose cause autoimmune hemolytic anemia?
Conclusion
This case highlights that excessive intake of lecithin can lead to autoimmune hemolytic anemia.
Supporting Evidence
- This is the first case in the literature linking lecithin to autoimmune hemolytic anemia.
- The patient experienced symptoms after increasing her lecithin intake.
- Laboratory tests confirmed hemolysis and positive direct antiglobulin test.
Takeaway
A woman took too much lecithin to lose weight and got very sick from it, showing that even supplements can be dangerous.
Methodology
Case report detailing the patient's symptoms, medical history, and laboratory findings.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
38-year-old white female from Greece.
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